Description
This Cheesy Tater Tot Beef Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, green beans, and a crispy layer of tater tots topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for an easy family dinner, it combines rich flavors with a satisfying crunch baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (14.5 oz) cut green beans, drained
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 (28–32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and ground beef together until the beef is fully browned and the onion is softened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Mix Base: In a large bowl or directly in your 9×13-inch casserole dish, combine the cooked beef and onion mixture, drained green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Assemble: Spread the beef mixture evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange the tater tots on top in a single, even layer to cover the mixture completely.
- Bake: Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes or until the tater tots turn golden brown and crispy.
- Cheese It: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add garlic or diced bell peppers to the ground beef while cooking.
- To make the dish quicker, use pre-cooked or leftover ground beef.
- Feel free to substitute the green beans with other vegetables like corn or peas to suit your preference.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For a crispier top, broil for 1-2 minutes after adding the cheese, watching carefully to avoid burning.
