Easy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef
Easy recipes with ground beef are perfect for busy nights. This cheesy, comforting Tater Tot Casserole is a family favorite!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer over the beef and cheese mixture.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, until tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, until cheese melts.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.