This Tater Tot Casserole is comfort food done brunch-style. A creamy beef and onion base gets topped with sharp cheddar and crispy tater tots for the ultimate golden, gooey bite. Simple to make and endlessly satisfying, this dish is a hearty, nostalgic favorite that always disappears fast—seconds are basically guaranteed.
Tater Tot Casserole
Recipe by Daily Disher
Tater Tot Casserole layers savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and golden, crispy tots for a crowd-pleasing comfort classic.
Course: Brunch
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
4
Prep time
30 minutes
Cooking time
40 minutes
Calories
300 kcal
1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 pounds frozen tater tots
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped
Directions
1.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
2.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and onions are soft, about 6-8 minutes.
3.
Drain the excess fat from the skillet, then add salt and pepper to the beef mixture to enhance the flavor.
4.
In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup and milk, stirring until smooth, creating a creamy sauce.
5.
Add the beef mixture to the sauce, mixing well to evenly coat the beef with the creamy mixture.
6.
Spread the beef and sauce mixture in an even layer in the prepared baking dish to ensure an even cooking process.
7.
Top the beef layer with an even layer of shredded cheddar cheese, covering the entire surface for a cheesy topping.
8.
Arrange the frozen tater tots on top of the cheese layer in a single layer, completely covering the cheese.
9.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is bubbly.
10.
Allow the casserole to cool slightly for a few minutes before serving to let the layers set.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
300kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg
