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Tater tot casserole with creamy beef, cheddar cheese, and a golden crispy potato topping

Tater Tot Casserole with Creamy Beef and Cheddar Cheese

Tater Tot Casserole with Creamy Beef and Cheddar Cheese is a comforting baked dish with a creamy beef and vegetable filling, crispy tater tot topping, and melted cheddar finish. It is an easy, hearty meal perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 2 cups frozen tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F / 175°C.
  2. Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, then drain any excess grease as needed.
  3. Combine the cooked ground beef with cream of mushroom soup and frozen mixed vegetables, then season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into a greased baking dish.
  5. Place the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the beef mixture.
  6. Distribute the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots and casserole.
Baking
  1. Bake the casserole uncovered for 30–35 minutes until the tater tots are crispy and golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Allow the tater tot casserole to rest for several minutes before serving.

Notes

Arrange the tater tots in a single layer and bake the casserole uncovered to help create a crisp topping.