The BEST Tater Tot Casserole

The BEST Tater Tot Casserole

45 min
6 servings

Truly the BEST Tater Tot Casserole recipe! Layers of amazing flavor combine for an easy and delicious dinner any night of the week!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (the leaner the better)
  • 1/2 onion (, diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (, minced)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 15 oz can green beans (, drained)
  • 10.75 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups frozen tater tots
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375F.

  2. 2

    Lightly grease an 8 or 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat.

  4. 4

    Add the onions to the skillet and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until translucent.

  5. 5

    Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for an additional minute.

  6. 6

    Stir in Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  7. 7

    Transfer ground beef mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

  8. 8

    Top with cream of mushroom soup, followed by green beans, followed by the cheddar cheese. Make sure to season the green bean layer. 

  9. 9

    Finally, top with tater tots.

  10. 10

    Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until tater tots are golden brown and cheese is melted.

  11. 11

    Serve immediately.