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A vibrant plate of tater tot casserole topped with melted cheese and cooked to golden crisp, garnished with fresh herbs, served alongside a fresh salad on a rustic wooden table, with steam rising highlighting its warm, cheesy texture

Easy and Tasty Tater Tot Casserole for a Comfort Meal

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A creamy, cheesy tater tot casserole layered with seasoned ingredients and baked until bubbly and golden brown, perfect for family dinners

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 (30 oz) bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 lb ground beef or chicken
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: chopped green onions or bacon bits for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F (190C). Grease a baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, cook ground meat and onions until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Mix cooked meat with cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread the meat mixture evenly in the baking dish.
  5. Top with frozen tater tots in an even layer.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the tots.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and crispy on top.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions or bacon bits if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add cooked bacon or a splash of hot sauce.
  • Can be prepared ahead and baked later.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg