This cheesy tater tot casserole with ground beef is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a family gathering. The crispy tater tots, savory ground beef, and gooey cheese come together to create a flavorful and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package frozen tater tots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the beef mixture in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the beef mixture.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Tater tots were invented in 1953 by the Ore-Ida company as a way to use up leftover potato pieces.
Tater tots are considered a quintessential American comfort food.