Description
This hearty Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole combines flavorful ground beef, creamy cheddar soup, crispy bacon, and cheesy tater tots in a comforting baked dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 lb ground beef
- 10.5 oz cheddar cheese condensed soup
- 8 oz sour cream
- 3/4 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Other
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the ground beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, then drain off any excess grease.
- Season the beef: Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the cooked beef and stir to evenly season.
- Combine creamy ingredients: Stir in cheddar cheese condensed soup, sour cream, cooked bacon, and milk into the beef mixture until everything is fully combined and creamy.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the beef mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Add tater tots and cheese: Add frozen tater tots and shredded cheddar cheese to the beef mixture, gently mixing until the tots and cheese are evenly coated.
- Spread mixture: Evenly spread the combined mixture across the pan to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake the casserole: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the edges are bubbling and the top is golden brown. Serve hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute bacon with turkey bacon for a leaner option.
- For extra cheesiness, sprinkle additional shredded cheddar cheese on top halfway through baking.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to set before serving.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
