Leftover Meatloaf Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that transforms leftover meatloaf into a whole new meal. The crispy tater tots, cheesy topping, and juicy meatloaf create the perfect combination of textures and flavors. This easy-to-make casserole is a great way to use up leftover meatloaf and turn it into a delicious dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 4 cups of leftover meatloaf, crumbled
- 1 bag (32 ounces) of frozen tater tots
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) of condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, sour cream
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the crumbled leftover meatloaf evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the meatloaf.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the soup mixture over the tater tots, making sure to evenly coat them.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the tater tots are crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve with sour cream, if desired.
Interesting Facts
Leftover Meatloaf Tater Tot Casserole is a versatile dish that can be customized with your favorite toppings and spices.
You can substitute other types of condensed soups, such as cream of chicken or cream of celery, for the cream of mushroom soup to change the flavor profile of the casserole.
This casserole is a great make-ahead dish. You can assemble it up to a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Leftover Meatloaf Tater Tot Casserole is a great way to use up not only leftover meatloaf but also any leftover vegetables or cheese you may have in your fridge.