Save A festive and comforting casserole featuring crispy tater tots, savory ground beef, and creamy vegetables—perfect for a quick holiday meal.
Ingredients
- Meats: 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- Vegetables: 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 cup (120 g) frozen peas and carrots, 1/2 cup (60 g) frozen corn
- Sauces & Dairy: 1 can (10.5 oz/298 g) condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk, 1 1/2 cups (170 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- Topping: 1 (32 oz/900 g) bag frozen tater tots
- Seasonings: 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Garnish (optional): 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
- Step 2:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until beef is browned and onion is soft, about 6 8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Step 3:
- Stir in the peas, carrots, and corn. Cook for 2 minutes until warmed through.
- Step 4:
- Add the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup (115 g) of the cheddar cheese over the top.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 30 minutes, until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
- Step 8:
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup (55 g) of cheddar cheese over the tater tots and bake for another 5 minutes, until cheese is melted.
- Step 9:
- Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot.
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Save Kitchen Questions
- → Can I use other types of meat?
Yes, ground turkey or chicken work well as lighter alternatives and maintain similar flavors.
- → What vegetables complement this dish?
Frozen peas, carrots, corn, and finely chopped onions add a nice blend of sweetness and texture.
- → How do I get the tater tots crispy?
Baking at 400°F ensures the tots become golden and crunchy while the cheese melts underneath.
- → Can I prepare this in advance?
You can assemble the casserole ahead and refrigerate it, then bake fresh when ready to serve.
- → Are there any seasoning tips?
Adding garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper brings out robust savory flavors throughout the dish.