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Easy Tater Tot Casserole

Easy Tater Tot Casserole: Comfort Food for Busy Nights

This Easy Tater Tot Casserole combines cheesy goodness and crispy tater tots, making it a perfect comfort food for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter twist
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion or shallots for milder flavor
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs like basil or oregano
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt as a healthy substitute
  • 10.5 ounces Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup or homemade cream soup
  • 1 cup Drained Corn or frozen corn
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese mix in Monterey Jack or pepper jack for added spice
  • 20 ounces Frozen Tater Tots or sweet potato tots
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Scallions optional; replace with chives for milder flavor

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Casserole dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring the oven rack is placed in the upper third.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the lean ground beef and chopped onion for about 7–8 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning and let it cook for an additional minute.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and mix in sour cream, condensed cream of mushroom soup, drained corn, and ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish, smoothing it into an even layer.
  6. Sprinkle remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture and arrange the frozen tater tots on top.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and the tater tots are golden brown.
  8. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped scallions if desired, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and drain excess fat after browning the beef. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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