Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole recipe, a crowd-pleasing combination of savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and golden, crispy tater tots. Perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings, this hearty casserole layers seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic with a velvety blend of cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a crispy tater tot crust, each bite is bursting with flavor and texture. Ready in just an hour and customizable with paprika and fresh parsley for a pop of color, this easy-to-make casserole is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals, this dish checks all the boxes for a satisfying and delicious dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 32 oz frozen tater tots
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream, mixing until well combined. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Spread the beef mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.

Step 7

Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Optional: Sprinkle paprika and fresh parsley over the casserole for garnish before serving.

Step 11

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes, then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2128.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4075.4

Total Fat 270.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 112.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34.5g
Cholesterol 612.9mg	0%
Sodium 8218.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 283.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.3g
Protein 163.9g	0%

Vitamin D 85.4IU	0%
Calcium 2186.1mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 3993.0mg	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: 57.7%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 26.8%