Tater Tot Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
530 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Tater Tot Casserole
Description
Tater Tot Casserole begins by browning lean ground beef seasoned with onion and garlic powders, salt, and pepper, then mixing it with Greek yogurt for creaminess. This base is spread into a deep casserole dish and topped with frozen corn and peas, followed by cheddar cheese and a layer of frozen tater tots. The topping of more cheddar cheese, crispy crumbled bacon, and crushed corn flakes creates a crunchy finish.
Baking at 400°F melts the cheese and crisps the tater tots and corn flakes, creating a combination of textures from creamy to crispy. Portions can be served hot as a satisfying main dish featuring layers of meat, vegetables, and cheese balanced by the starchy tater tots.
Using a deep dish casserole ensures that each substantial layer fits well and bakes evenly. For preparation ease, the ground beef and bacon can be cooked in advance. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 4 days. Crushing corn flakes just before topping preserves their crunch. Allowing the casserole to rest briefly after baking helps with slicing and serving.
Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 pound ground beef lean, 454g
- 32 ounces tater tots 1 bag, 907g, frozen
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt 190g
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup corn 90g, frozen
- ½ cup peas 75g, frozen
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese divided, 150g, grated
- 2 lices Bacon extra crispy and crumbled
- 1 cup corn flakes crushed, 25g
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F / 205 degrees C.
- Grease a deep dish casserole pan with spray.
- On medium high, heat oil.
- Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Drain the fat.
- Add greek yogurt, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper and mix well.
- Pour beef mixture into the casserole dish and spread evenly throughout the pan.
- Add the frozen corn and peas on top.
- Sprinkle on 1 cup of cheddar cheese, then place the tater tots on top.
- Top with the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese, bacon, and corn flakes.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
Notes
- Use a deep casserole dish to accommodate the substantial layered ingredients and ensure even baking.
- Grease the casserole dish with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking and ease serving.
- Cook bacon extra crispy to add a flavorful, crunchy topping to the casserole.
- Brown ground beef fully and drain excess fat before assembling the casserole to avoid greasiness.
- Crush corn flakes just before sprinkling on top to maintain a fresh, crispy texture.
- Let the casserole rest a few minutes after baking to settle the layers and ease slicing.
- Prepare cooked components like ground beef and bacon ahead of time to save assembly and cooking time.
- Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 530 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 530kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 1060mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 657mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 810IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 198mg | 20% |
| Iron | 11mg | 61% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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