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Tater Tot Casserole

Super delicious and comforting tater tot casserole made with bacon and homemade ranch. Don't forget to check out our step by step photos and tips above!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 8 - 10 servings
Calories: 381 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 lices of bacon chopped
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 ¼ cups milk plus 2 Tbsp., divided
  • 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • ¾ cup sour cream divided
  • 1 cup chopped scallions divided
  • 1 oz package frozen tater tots divided
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
  • Pinch kosher salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Add bacon to a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy, about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon; place bacon on a paper towel.
  5. Discard all but 2 Tbsp. bacon grease from pan (reserve extra for another use).
  6. Add onion to bacon grease in pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add butter to pan; let melt.
  7. Stir flour into butter and onions. Cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
  8. Stir in 1 ¼ cups milk until combined. Remove from heat.
  9. Stir in 1 ½ cups cheese, ½ cup sour cream, and ½ cup scallions.
  10. Stir in half of frozen tater tots; transfer mixture to a 13x9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining tater tots, bacon, and cheese.
  11. Bake until bubbly, about 35 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
  12. Stir together remaining ¼ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons milk, chives, dill, and salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
  13. Sprinkle remaining ½ cup scallions over casserole; drizzle with homemade ranch.

Notes

  • I like to use thick-cut bacon so it stays nice and meaty when cooked.
  • Cheddar cheese adds a classic flavor to this casserole; spice it up by using pepper jack instead!
  • Don’t worry about thawing the tots; they’ll warm up during baking.
  • You’ll notice I don’t add any salt to the casserole. I found it salty enough, but please feel free toseason it to taste.
  • The Homemade Ranch makes a great dressing for salad, which you’re probably going to want after this delicious indulgence. Or maybe not!

Nutrition Information

Calories 381kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 31g (48%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Cholesterol 82mg (27%) Sodium 473mg (20%) Potassium 249mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1069IU (21%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 391mg (39%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8- 10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 381

% Daily Value*

Calories 381kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 31g 48%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Cholesterol 82mg 27%
Sodium 473mg 20%
Potassium 249mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1069IU 21%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 391mg 39%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.