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Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole

Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole

This Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting dish combining tater tots, hamburger, and cheese, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb lean ground beef ensures a flavorful filling
  • 32 oz frozen tater tots provides a crispy base
  • 1 packet gravy mix adds savory depth (1.5 oz)
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth keeps the casserole moist
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese adds rich creaminess
  • 1 medium diced onion enhances aroma
Optional Toppings
  • to taste chopped green onions for garnish
  • to taste sour cream for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the lean ground beef over medium heat until fully browned. Drain excess fat, then add diced onions and sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in the gravy mix and pour in 1 cup of low-sodium beef broth. Whisk until smooth and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Grease a baking dish, layer the beef mixture, then place tater tots evenly on top.
  5. Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Optional: Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure ground beef is fully browned before adding onions. Use low-sodium beef broth for a balanced flavor.

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