Description
This hearty Tater Tots Casserole combines savory ground beef and onions with creamy mushroom soup and sour cream, topped with crispy tater tots and melted cheddar cheese. Baked to golden perfection, it’s an easy, comforting meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Brown the Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the chopped onion until the beef is fully browned and the onion is softened. Drain off any excess fat to keep the dish from becoming greasy.
- Mix in Cream Soup and Sour Cream: Stir the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream into the cooked beef and onion mixture until well combined. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the beef mixture evenly across a 9×13-inch baking dish, creating a uniform layer for the casserole base.
- Top with Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly on top of the beef mixture, covering the entire surface.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots to add a cheesy, golden topping.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the tater tots turn golden brown and the casserole is hot and bubbly throughout.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder or paprika to the beef mixture.
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup based on preference.
- If you prefer a crispier topping, broil the casserole for the last 2-3 minutes of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Use lean ground beef for a lower fat version.
