Cheesy Beef & Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients

- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup green beans, chopped (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook Beef and Onion: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Add the chopped onion and continue cooking until the onion becomes translucent, approximately 5 minutes.

3. Make Beef Gravy: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the beef mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat the beef and onion. Gradually pour in the beef broth and then the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to thicken, for about 3-5 minutes.

4. Season: Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, corn kernels, and green beans. Allow the mixture to cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring everything is evenly combined.

5. Assemble Casserole: Transfer the beef mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Evenly distribute the tater tots on top of the beef layer, ensuring they are packed closely together.

6. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

7. Add Cheese: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

8. Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, beefy creation with family and friends!

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT35M
35 minutes
- Total Time: PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Casserole, Beef Recipe, Tater Tot Casserole, Easy Dinner, Cheesy Casserole, Ground Beef, Family Meal, Comfort Food, Oven Baked, Weeknight Dinner

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 2,800

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