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A golden, crispy tater tot bake in a baking dish topped with melted cheese and fresh herbs, served alongside a family-style table setting.

Golden Tater Tot Bake: The Ultimate Family Comfort Dish

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Discover the ultimate family comfort food with our Golden Tater Tot Bake. This cheesy, crispy Tater Tot casserole combines savory ground meat, creamy mushroom soup, and gooey cheddar cheese, all layered with golden Tater Tots. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, and cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make dish is sure to become a household favorite.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups of Tater Tots
  • 1 lb ground beef or chicken, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the cooked meat, cream of mushroom soup, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until smooth.
  4. Spread the meat mixture evenly in the baking dish. Layer the Tater Tots on top and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until Tater Tots are golden and crispy. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crunch, keeping an eye to prevent burning.

Notes

  • Use freshly prepared Tater Tots for extra crispiness or frozen for convenience.
  • You can add vegetables like peas or carrots for added nutrition.
  • Reheat leftovers in the microwave or oven until hot and bubbly.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian options can be made by substituting meat with plant-based protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg