Tater Tot Casserole Cheap N Filling
Warm, hearty, and budget-friendly, Tater Tot Casserole Cheap N Filling is the ultimate comfort food recipe that delivers big on flavor without straining your wallet. Featuring crispy golden tater tots layered over a rich and creamy mixture of ground beef (or turkey for a lighter twist), diced onions, and a blend of savory cream soups, this classic casserole is an easy crowd-pleaser. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and baked to perfection, this dish balances indulgence with simplicity, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep, it serves six generous portions, making it ideal for feeding a hungry family or meal prepping on a budget. Customize it with your favorite garnishes, like fresh parsley or green onions, for a touch of freshness. Whether you're craving comfort or need a filling meal in a pinch, this recipe ticks all the boxes!
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Ingredients
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup (can substitute 2 cans of the same soup if preferred)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter or cooking spray (for greasing)
- 2 tbsp optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Add the diced onion and cook for another 5 minutes until the onion is softened. Drain off any excess grease.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned meat mixture, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well blended.
Step 4
Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Step 5
Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
Step 6
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese, covering the entire surface of the casserole.
Step 7
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the dish, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots, and return it to the oven.
Step 8
Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tater tots are golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
Step 10
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2659.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4858.8 |
| Total Fat 336.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 145.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 34.4g | |
| Cholesterol 803.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10568.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 315.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.2g | |
| Protein 180.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 146.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2529.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4483.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories