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Handwritten recipe for Tater Tot Casserole
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
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 745 kcal

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 9x13-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
Keyword casserole, easy, ground beef, tater tots
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