Description
This Ultimate Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly meal packed with all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger. Ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy tater tots come together in a single dish that’s easy to prepare and absolutely satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or game day, this casserole is comfort food at its best.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- Optional toppings: Pickles, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or bacon crumbles
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onions until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
- Season and sauce: Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cooked beef. Stir in ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise until well combined. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble the casserole: Spread the beef mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef. Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Remove, sprinkle the remaining cheese over the tater tots, and return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes. Top with pickles, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or bacon crumbles if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra cheesiness, mix an additional cup of cheese into the beef mixture before layering.
- Swap ketchup and mustard with burger sauce or BBQ sauce for a flavor twist.
- Add diced pickles directly to the beef mixture for that classic cheeseburger tang.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1.5 cups
- Calories: ~450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg