Tater Tot Casserole is a beloved comfort dish found in many Midwestern homes. Known for its satisfying layers of ground beef, creamy soups, and a crispy tater tot topping, this hearty bake is perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Its origins lie in economical, pantry-friendly cooking, where canned soups and frozen ingredients come together quickly. It's a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make, filling, and full of
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 oz dry onion soup mix (½ package)
- ½ can cream of celery soup
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 32 oz tater tots
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Beef
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
Step 2: Mix Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, dry onion soup mix, cream of celery soup, and cream of chicken soup. Mix well.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the beef mixture evenly into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Top with an even layer of frozen tater tots.
Step 4: Bake
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
Tips
- Add shredded cheddar cheese on top for a cheesy finish.
- Swap cream of mushroom soup for either soup variety
- Mix in peas or green beans for extra veggies.
- Use ground turkey or chicken as a lighter meat alternative.
- Top with crumbled bacon for added flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 745kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 31gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 1651mgPotassium: 885mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 171IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 4mg
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