Description
A hearty and comforting Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole combining seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and golden tater tots baked to perfection. This easy one-pan meal blends all the classic cheeseburger flavors into a family-friendly casserole.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 10.5 oz. cheddar cheese condensed soup
- 8 oz. sour cream
- ¾ cup bacon, cooked and chopped
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 32 oz. frozen tater tots (keep frozen)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the uncooked ground beef. Stir frequently and cook until the beef is fully browned. Once cooked, drain any excess grease to remove extra fat, creating a flavorful but not greasy base for the casserole.
- Season Beef Mixture: Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the cooked beef. Stir to combine and evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Add Creamy Ingredients: Mix in the cheddar cheese condensed soup, sour cream, cooked and chopped bacon, and milk directly in the skillet with the beef. Stir thoroughly to coat every piece of meat with the creamy, cheesy mixture.
- Combine with Tater Tots and Cheese: Pour the beef and cheese mixture into the prepared baking pan. Add the frozen tater tots and shredded cheddar cheese on top. Use a spatula to gently mix until everything is evenly coated and distributed.
- Spread Evenly and Bake: Spread the casserole mixture evenly in the pan, leveling the surface for uniform baking. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly around the edges and the tater tots are golden brown.
- Serve Hot: Remove from oven and serve immediately while piping hot to enjoy the best flavors and textures.
Notes
- This casserole is very versatile; you can add cooked green beans, mushrooms, diced peppers, diced onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.
- Make sure to drain excess grease from the beef to avoid an overly greasy casserole.
- Use nonstick spray or grease well to prevent the casserole from sticking to the pan.
- For a crispier topping, you can broil the casserole for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
