Easy Delicious Tater Tot Casserole with Cream of Mushroom Soup
This comforting Tater Tot Casserole is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, featuring a creamy mushroom sauce, ground beef, and crispy tater tots. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is loved by both kids and adults alike!
Equipment
- 1 9x13 inch baking dish
- 1 Large skillet
- 1 Mixing spoon
- 1 set Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 ounces
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag frozen tater tots 32 ounces
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- as needed cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Continue cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and frozen mixed vegetables. Cook until heated through, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
- Layer the frozen tater tots on top of the cheese, covering the entire surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize the mixed vegetables according to your preference.
You can also substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking, just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.