Best Tater Tot Casserole (Print Format)

Ultimate comfort food casserole with seasoned ground beef, cheese, green beans, and crispy tater tots on top.

# Ingredients:

→ Hearty Base

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - ½ medium onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
05 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Creamy Middle Layer

06 - 10.75 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup
07 - 15 ounces canned green beans, drained
08 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Crispy Top

09 - 2 cups frozen tater tots

# Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease an 8 or 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. This casserole is going to be amazing!
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown your ground beef and drain off any excess fat. You want it nicely browned and flavorful.
03 - Toss the diced onion into the skillet with the beef and sauté for 4-5 minutes until it's translucent and smelling great. Add the minced garlic and cook for just 1 more minute.
04 - Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and pepper. Transfer this delicious beef mixture to your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
05 - Here's where it gets fun! Spread the cream of mushroom soup over the beef, then add the drained green beans, and top with that beautiful shredded cheddar cheese. Season the green bean layer lightly too.
06 - Arrange those frozen tater tots evenly across the top like little golden crowns. They're going to get so crispy and delicious!
07 - Pop it in the oven for 35-40 minutes until those tater tots are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. Your kitchen is going to smell incredible!
08 - Let it cool for just a few minutes, then serve this comfort food masterpiece hot. Get ready for some very happy faces around your dinner table!

# Tips:

01 - This is the ultimate comfort food casserole - crispy tater tots on top, cheesy goodness in the middle, and savory beef at the bottom. Pure family dinner gold!
02 - The secret is seasoning each layer as you build it. This prevents any bland spots and makes sure every bite is packed with flavor.
03 - Freshly grated cheese melts so much better than pre-shredded, but honestly, use what you have - this casserole is forgiving and always delicious!

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