Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole With Ground Beef

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Casseroles are really the best. You can make a full meal in one dish and add as many ingredients as you want.  This Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef is eye-catching for the kids because they love tater tots and you can sneak in nutritious veggies like green beans.

This dish comes together quickly and the tater tots come out crispy and delicious. 

Ingredients for Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef

• Ground beef. Try to use lean ground beef for a lower fat meal. If not, I recommend draining the fat off the cooked ground beef.

• Onion and garlic to flavor the ground beef. Most savory meals benefit from this flavorful combo.

• Dry oregano and paprika to season the ground beef. You can add the dry herbs of your choice.

• Worcestershire sauce gives a rounded umami flavor to the dish.

• Cream of mushroom soup adds flavor and binds the ingredients together. You can use any cream soup like chicken or celery.

• Canned green beans are used for ease and convenience, but you can use fresh ones too. Cook them until firm-tender before adding them to the casserole.

• Shredded cheddar cheese or your favorite cheese. You can use mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Pepper Jack for a spicy touch.

• Frozen tater tots to top the casserole. Bake the casserole until they are crispy and golden brown. You can add them frozen or thawed.

How to Make Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef

    1. Preheat the oven to 375 F and spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.

    2. Cook the ground beef with the onions and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and Worcestershire sauce. 

    3. Spoon the meat into the baking dish.

    4. Spread the cream of mushroom soup over the ground beef.

    5. Top with the green beans.

    6. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the green beans.

    7. Arrange the tater tots on top to cover the whole surface and bake for 40-45 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the tater tots are crispy and golden.

Can I Freeze Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole With Ground Beef?

Yes, you can freeze this casserole. If you want to make it ahead, assemble the casserole and freeze it unbaked. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and freeze for 3-4 months. To reheat, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight,  and let it come to room temperature before baking it.

What to Serve with Tater Tot and Ground Beef Casserole?

You can start the meal with a bowl of soup, or serve this meal with a salad or a side of roasted vegetables. 

This kid-friendly casserole is a hit because of the crispy tater tot topping!

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