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Finished quick cheesy tater tot casserole with golden-brown topping, ready to serve.

Quick Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole Recipe with Just a Few Ingredients

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This Quick Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole recipe is the ultimate comfort food delight! Made with just a few simple ingredients, it combines crispy tater tots, savory ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese for an easy and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer at the bottom of the dish.
  3. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, drain excess grease, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the tater tots.
  5. Pour the condensed cream of mushroom soup over the ground beef, spreading it evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra crispy tater tots, par-bake them before assembling the casserole.
  • Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack.
  • Add diced onions, bell peppers, or corn for extra nutrients and flavor.
  • Spice it up with hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (check soup label), Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg