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Tater Tot Casserole Reciped

Tater Tot Casserole Reciped
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This Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish featuring crispy golden tater tots atop a savory mixture of ground meat, creamy mushroom soup, mixed vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese. Easy to prepare and perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual family gatherings, it delivers a satisfying combination of flavors and textures that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the meat and vegetables: Brown the ground beef or turkey in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat if needed. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant. Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables until combined.
  2. Mix in the cream soup: Pour in the condensed cream of mushroom soup and stir well to evenly coat the meat and vegetable mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. This mixture forms the creamy filling of the casserole.
  3. Assemble the casserole: Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it into an even layer. Arrange the frozen tater tots side by side on top, covering the entire surface to create a crispy golden crust.
  4. Add cheese and bake: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are crispy and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  5. Let it rest and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to set slightly, which makes scooping easier and helps flavors meld before serving.

Notes

  • Use frozen tater tots for the ultimate crispness; fresh tater tots tend to become soggy quickly.
  • Thoroughly drain excess fat after cooking the meat to avoid a greasy casserole.
  • Brown meat in batches if necessary to ensure a good sear and better texture.
  • Try cream of chicken or celery soup as an alternative to cream of mushroom for a different flavor twist.
  • If tater tots brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking to prevent over-browning.

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