Pizza Tater Tot Casserole (Print Format)
A hearty casserole featuring savory ground meat, pizza sauce, crispy tater tots, and melted cheese baked until golden.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
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1/2 cup chopped onion
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1 can (15 oz) pizza sauce or marinara sauce
→ Seasonings
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Toppings
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1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease or line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
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In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey with chopped onion until fully cooked. Drain excess fat, then add pizza or marinara sauce and seasonings. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Spread the meat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese on top, then arrange tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
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Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy.
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Remove from oven and top with remaining mozzarella cheese and optional pepperoni slices. Return to the oven for 5 minutes until cheese melts. Optionally sprinkle with Parmesan before serving.
# Tips:
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Ground turkey may be substituted for beef. Marinara sauce is an appropriate alternative to pizza sauce. Grated Parmesan adds a savory finishing touch.