Description
Craving a warm, cheesy, comforting meal that everyone will love? This Tater Tot Casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser! Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, cozy potlucks, or even weekend brunches, this dish combines the rich flavors of savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, melty cheddar cheese, and crispy tater tots into one irresistible bake. If you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, family meals, or comfort food recipes that require minimal prep and deliver maximum satisfaction, this is the one to bookmark.
The crispy golden top paired with a creamy, hearty base makes every bite satisfying and full of flavor. Plus, it’s a flexible recipe—add your favorite vegetables or switch up the protein to make it your own. Whether you’re serving it fresh from the oven or as next-day leftovers, this casserole is the cozy classic you’ll come back to again and again.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 bag (about 32 oz) frozen tater tots
Fresh chopped chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain fat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent (about 3–4 minutes).
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, peas, and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Turn off heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the dish.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top.
- Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the tots.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until tots are golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Let rest a few minutes, garnish with chives, and serve hot.