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Cheesy Ground Beef Tater Tot Casserole That Will Have Your Whole Family Asking for Seconds

This Cheesy Ground Beef Tater Tot Casserole combines crispy tater tots with savory ground beef and ooey-gooey cheese for a dish that will leave your family craving more. A comforting meal that's easy to make and packed with flavor, it’s the perfect addition to any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cups frozen tater tots
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink.
  3. Drain excess fat, then stir in the cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread the beef mixture evenly.
  5. Top the beef mixture with an even layer of frozen tater tots.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the tater tots.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the tater tots are golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture, or use the microwave for a quick option.