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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nCrispy, cheese-covered, tater tots combine with ground beef in a creamy sauce for the ultimate comfort food casserole. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If your family loves comfort food as much as we do they are going to be begging you to make this tater tot casserole with ground beef<\/a> again and again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is what you will need…<\/p>\n\n\n\n Onions & minced garlic<\/strong>: Elevate the flavor of this easy casserole by throwing some diced onions and\/or minced garlic in with your ground beef. Or use some garlic powder and onion powder instead to add to the flavor profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Veggies<\/strong>: Make the casserole more of a complete meal by adding a layer of vegetables. Canned green beans, corn, chopped bell peppers, or mixed vegetables are all great additions. Just add them on top of your beef layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cream of chicken<\/strong>: Making this tater tot casserole with cream of chicken soup is also a good option. Just swap the mushroom soup for chicken. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Ground turkey<\/strong>: Swap ground beef for ground turkey for a lighter meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Vegetarian<\/strong>: Make your tater tot casserole without meat by either using one of the ground beef substitutes available at the supermarket. Or skip the beef and add a can of veggies instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Preheat your oven to 350° F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet<\/a> over medium heat until cooked through and no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once the beef has been browned, drain any grease. Then, add cream of mushroom soup and stir well. Pour into a lightly greased 9 x 13 baking dish<\/a> and spread into an even layer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Sprinkle 1 ½ cups of cheese evenly over the beef.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Top with an even layer of tater tots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bake uncovered until tater tots are golden brown, about 35-45 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese. Return to oven for 3-4 minutes, just to melt the cheese a little bit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Serve immediately and enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I think that you will agree that this is the best tater tot casserole recipe ever. And the easiest too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Store:<\/strong> Keep leftovers stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This hearty casserole tastes great the next day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Freeze: <\/strong>Complete steps 1-5 to assemble the tatertot casserole then wrap tightly and place in the freezer. When you are ready to prepare, simply add 15 minutes to the bake time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These easy dinners are perfect for busy weeknights and sure to become a family favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Tater](\"https:\/\/crayonsandcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Tater-Tot-Casserole-Recipe.jpg\")
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