Description
Bring back comfort food classics with this hearty Cheese and Tater Tot Casserole—an easy, satisfying dish packed with crispy tots, gooey cheese, savory beef, and nostalgic flavor. A weeknight favorite the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs frozen tater tots
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/plant-based meat)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables or 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Brown ground beef in skillet. Add onion and garlic halfway through. Cook until beef is browned and onions are soft. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheddar, Worcestershire, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Layer half of the frozen tater tots in the baking dish. Spread meat mixture over top. Add remaining tater tots on top.
- Sprinkle with remaining cheddar and mozzarella.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until bubbly and golden. Broil for 2 minutes if desired for extra crispiness.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt, lean meat, and add vegetables. Homemade or cauliflower tots can substitute for frozen ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg