Tater tots, cheeseburger, and casserole, three hearty and delicious comfort foods, come together in this impossibly easy recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. This casserole features layers of crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, a creamy cheese sauce, and a shower of shredded cheese, all baked to golden perfection. Additionally, the recipe includes a vegetarian version that uses plant-based ground beef, and a gluten-free option that swaps out the tater tots for a gluten-free alternative. With its irresistible flavors and textures, this tater tot cheeseburger casserole is sure to be a hit with people of all ages.
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BACON CHEESEBURGER TATER TOTS™ CASSEROLE
Good news! You don't go through all the work of making a bacon cheeseburger and fries; you can enjoy that classic flavor by pulling together a few simple ingredients, popping your casserole dish in the oven and waiting for a big, bold homemade dinner to be ready in less than an hour.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown; drain, and return to skillet. Stir in seasoning, soup and sour cream; stir to blend completely.
- Place half of the frozen potatoes in single layer in baking dish. Spoon beef mixture on top. Top with half of the chopped bacon, 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese, the remaining frozen potatoes, then remaining 1 cup cheese.
- Bake 40 minutes; top with remaining chopped bacon. Bake 5 to 10 minutes or until casserole edges are bubbly and potatoes are lightly browned. Sprinkle with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1280 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CHEESEBURGER CASSEROLE WITH TATER TOTS®
This cheeseburger casserole was my favorite dish my mom made while I was growing up, and now it is my husband's favorite. With crisp Tater Tots® and ooey-gooey Cheddar cheese, how can you go wrong?
Provided by Stacey Prevette
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable Tater Tots¨
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place onion in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with water. Microwave on High until soft, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Cook and stir ground beef in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
- Transfer beef to the prepared casserole dish and spread onion pieces evenly over top. Spread soup over the onions and sprinkle Cheddar cheese evenly over soup. Layer frozen potato nuggets in rows on top of the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Lightly spray the potato nuggets with cooking spray, and bake until cooked through and crunchy, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 84.6 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 921.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
CHEESEBURGER TATER TOT® CASSEROLE
This cheeseburger Tater Tot® casserole is an easy weeknight dinner that pleases everyone!
Provided by DeLisa Leopold
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 1h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place bacon, onion, bell peppers, salt, and pepper into a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until bacon is evenly browned and crispy, about 10 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in mushroom soup and milk. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Top casserole with Tater Tots®, followed by Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until Tater Tots® are golden and heated though and cheese is bubbly, 30 to 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 900.4 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of cheeses. This recipe calls for cheddar and mozzarella, but you can also use other cheeses that melt well, such as Monterey Jack, Swiss, or pepper Jack.
- Don't overcook the tater tots. They should be cooked until they are golden brown and crispy, but not mushy.
- Make sure the beef is cooked through. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the casserole immediately. This dish is best when served hot and fresh out of the oven.
- Add toppings of your choice. Some popular toppings for this casserole include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and chopped green onions.
Conclusion:
This impossibly easy tater tots cheeseburger casserole is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. This casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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