Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole
This comforting casserole features crispy tater tots layered with savory beef, creamy mushroom and cheddar soups, sweet corn, and melted cheddar cheese for a satisfying and easy meal.
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 large skillet
- 1 oven preheated to 350°F (175°C)
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- 1½ lb ground beef
- ½ yellow onion diced
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can 10.5 oz cheddar cheese soup
- 1 can 15.25 oz corn, drained
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread frozen tater tots evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish and bake for 20 minutes until slightly crispy.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until no pink remains, then drain excess grease.
- Season the beef mixture with onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Add cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese soup, and drained corn to the skillet and stir until creamy and combined.
- Remove tater tots from the baking dish and pour the beef filling into the dish.
- Arrange the baked tater tots on top of the beef mixture in a single layer.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake the assembled casserole for an additional 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Allow the casserole to cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Add green beans or peas for extra vegetables.
- Use spicy beef or add hot sauce for more heat.
- Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end to increase crispiness.