Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
- 1 can creamed mushroom soup or cream of mushroom
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen Tater Tots
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent. Stir in salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add your vegetables and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Reduce heat and stir in the cream of mushroom soup and milk or cream. Mix well until smooth and cohesive.
- Transfer the meat and veggie mixture into a greased baking dish. Spread shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Layer the frozen Tater Tots on top, slightly overlapping.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, until Tater Tots are golden and crispy, and cheese is bubbly. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes if desired for extra crunch.
Notes
- For extra crispy Tater Tots, consider crisping them in an air fryer or under the broiler.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based protein options.
- Use gluten-free cream of mushroom soup if needed for gluten-free diets.
- Prepare the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Normal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg