Description
A comforting and hearty casserole featuring seasoned ground beef in a creamy sauce, topped with crispy tater tots—perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup beef broth
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 packet (1 oz) Italian dressing mix
- 7 cups frozen tater tots
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mushroom soup, beef broth, melted butter, and Italian dressing mix until smooth.
- Combine the beef with the creamy mixture and stir until well incorporated.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with a single layer of frozen tater tots.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Prepare in advance and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- For a cheesy twist, add shredded cheddar cheese to the beef mixture or on top.
- Add vegetables like sautéed onions, bell peppers, or peas for added nutrition.
- Bake uncovered to keep tater tots crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
