Camper's Special Casserole

Bring the flavors of campfire cooking straight to your kitchen with this hearty Camper's Special Casserole! Bursting with comforting ingredients like seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and a medley of mixed vegetables, this family-friendly dish is topped with golden, crispy tater tots and gooey melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for weeknights or potlucks, this casserole is easy to prepare with minimal prep time, making it an effortless and satisfying option for busy days. Whether you're feeding a group or looking for an easy one-pan dinner with loads of flavor, this delightful dish delivers all the cozy nostalgia of outdoor cooking with the convenience of an oven-baked recipe. Don't forget a sprinkle of paprika for an extra pop of color!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 cups Frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can Cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 cups Frozen tater tots
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.

Step 4

Season the beef mixture with salt and pepper, then remove from heat and drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture, frozen mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, milk, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir well to combine into a creamy mixture.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Arrange the frozen tater tots over the top of the casserole, covering the surface completely for a crispy topping.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.

Step 9

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle paprika over the top for a pop of color.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy this hearty Camper's Special Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1878.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3052.4

Total Fat 199.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.5g
Cholesterol 525.9mg	0%
Sodium 6780.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 146.7g	0%

Vitamin D 139.1IU	0%
Calcium 1831.7mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 3540.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 24.3%