**Satisfy your cravings with a hearty and comforting meal of Easy Meat and Taters!**
This classic combination features tender meat (beef, pork, or chicken) and flavorful potatoes in a savory sauce. With three delicious recipes to choose from, you'll embark on a culinary journey that promises to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Southern-style smothered meat and taters to the rich and creamy beef and potato casserole, and the one-pot wonder of skillet meat and potatoes, this article has something for every palate. Get ready to indulge in a delightful feast that's perfect for busy weeknights, cozy family dinners, or potlucks with friends. Discover the secrets to creating this timeless dish that's sure to become a family favorite.
TATER TOT CASSEROLE
Crispy, cheese-covered, tater tots combine with ground beef in a creamy sauce in this easy tater tot casserole recipe.
Provided by Jaclyn Shimmel
Categories Main Dishes
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350° F.
- Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until cooked through and no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired..
- Once the beef has browned, add cream of mushroom soup and stir well. Pour into a 9 x 13 baking dish and spread into an even layer.
- Sprinkle 1 ½ cups of cheese evenly over the beef
- Add an even layer of tater tots.
- Bake uncovered until tater tots are golden brown 35-45 minutes.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Pop it back in the oven just until the cheese melts a bit (about 3 minutes).
- Serve immediatly and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, ServingSize 1
GRANDMA'S MEAT AND TATER HOTDISH
Very good hotdish recipe from my late grandmother that can also be eaten as a meal with a salad.
Provided by REBECCA1978
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Potato Casserole
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain grease. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine condensed soup, sour cream, and green bean liquid in a small bowl. Set sauce aside.
- Add green beans to the cooked beef and onions; mix to combine and transfer to a casserole dish. Top with sliced cheese and cover with frozen potato nuggets. Pour sauce over top.
- Bake in the preheated oven potatoes are browned and sauce is bubbly, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 1281 mg, Sugar 6 g
EASY CHEESY TATER TOT CASSEROLE WITH GROUND BEEF
If you're on the hunt for quick, easy and delicious dinner recipes for your family, this tater tot casserole never disappoints! Even my picky eaters scarf it down. It's made with simple and cheap ingredients that are perfect for busy weeknight meals.
Provided by Lilly
Categories Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees and grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a medium size skillet, cook and brown the ground beef with the diced onion. Remove any excess grease and stir in the Worcestershire sauce.
- Place the ground beef mixture onto the bottom of your prepared dish.
- Spread the cream of mushroom soup over the top of the beef and then top with the drained green beans.
- Evenly sprinkle the cheddar cheese over top.
- Top with as many frozen tater as you can fit in the dish (you will most likely have a few left over).
- Bake uncovered in the center rack for 35-40 minutes or until the tater tots are cooked through, crispy, and golden brown.
EASY MEAT AND TATERS
Since my men are meat and tater guys, they have enjoyed this. It is so easy. It is a main dish recipe that can be served with salad. Tried and true for 40 years!
Provided by Patsy Weaver
Categories Beef
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Prepare mashed potatoes or use left over mashed potatoes. Set aside. Cook meat, onion, pepper and drain. Add salt and pepper. Pour mixture into oven proof serving dish. Pour soup evenly over meat mixture. Do not stir. Spread potatoes over this mixture. Heat in oven about 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until mixture is hot. Sprinkle a little grated cheddar over top to serve and 1 teaspoon sour cream on each serving.
EASY PLEASING MEATLOAF
See how to make an easy meatloaf with our Easy Pleasing Meatloaf recipe video! Get tips on BBQ glazing and more in our Easy Pleasing Meatloaf video.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Mix meat, stuffing mix, water, eggs and 1/4 cup barbecue sauce just until blended.
- Shape into loaf in 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
- Top with remaining barbecue sauce. Bake 1 hour or until done (160ºF).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 600 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.6357 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 29 g
Tips:
- Select High Quality Ingredients: Use fresh, good quality meat and potatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season your meat and potatoes liberally. Salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder are classic seasonings that work well with both ingredients.
- Sear the Meat: Searing the meat helps to develop flavor and create a crispy crust. Make sure your skillet or pan is hot before adding the meat and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Cook the Meat to Your Desired Doneness: Depending on your preference, you can cook the meat to rare, medium-rare, medium, or well-done.
- Roast the Potatoes Until Golden Brown: Roasting the potatoes in the oven caramelizes the natural sugars and creates a crispy, flavorful exterior.
- Serve with Your Favorite Sauce or Condiment: Meat and taters are a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sauces or condiments, such as gravy, ketchup, mustard, or barbecue sauce.
Conclusion:
Meat and taters is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. By following the tips above, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that will be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you prefer your meat grilled, roasted, or fried, and your potatoes mashed, roasted, or scalloped, there is a meat and taters recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give meat and taters a try. You won't be disappointed.
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