Tater Tot Casserole Recipe – Easy Family Comfort Food Dinner
Tater tot casserole is the ultimate comfort food! With layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy sauce, melted cheese, and golden crispy tater tots, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or family gatherings. A simple, hearty dish that everyone will love.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing bowls
- 9x13-inch casserole dish
- Wooden spoon
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (corn, peas, or green beans)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 bag frozen tater tots (about 32 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown Beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Mix Filling: Stir in soup, sour cream, vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- Assemble: Spread beef mixture evenly in a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Top with Tots: Arrange tater tots in a single layer over the filling.
- Bake: Bake uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, until tots are golden and crisp.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle cheddar cheese over tots during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve: Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and enjoy hot.
Notes
- Bake uncovered for crispier tots.
- Drain beef thoroughly to avoid greasy casserole.
- Use full-fat cheese for best flavor and melt.
- Customize with jalapeños, beans, or turkey for variations.
- Freeze baked casserole for up to 2 months.