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Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef and Rotel Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Kid-Friendly

Description

This Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef and Rotel is a comforting and hearty American classic featuring seasoned ground beef combined with diced tomatoes and creamy soup, layered with crispy tater tots and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick family dinner, this dish offers a delicious blend of savory flavors and textures that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained

Dairy and Pantry

  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 (28–32 oz) bag frozen tater tots

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare it for baking the casserole.
  2. Cook the beef and onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is fully browned and cooked through, then drain off any excess grease for a cleaner dish.
  3. Mix in flavorings: Stir the drained Rotel tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, garlic powder, and black pepper into the cooked beef and onion mixture until everything is well combined.
  4. Add cheese: Incorporate 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese into the beef mixture for a cheesy, creamy texture inside the casserole.
  5. Prepare the baking dish: Transfer the beef mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a solid bottom layer.
  6. Layer tater tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the beef mixture to form the crispy topping.
  7. Add remaining cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots for a melty golden crust.
  8. Bake the casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the tater tots are golden brown.
  9. Cool and serve: Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set and make serving easier.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, mix in chopped green chilies or cooked bacon into the beef mixture before layering.
  • You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken soup according to your preference.
  • Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables to complete the meal and add freshness.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/cheesy-tater-tot-casserole-with-ground-beef-and-rotel-recipe-2/