Description
Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining ground beef, tater tots, cream of mushroom soup, onion, and cheddar cheese into a rich, hearty, and easy-to-make meal. Perfect for busy nights, this Southern-inspired dish captures classic flavors with minimal effort, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Finely chop the onion and mix it into the cooked beef.
- In a large bowl, combine the beef and onion mixture with the cream of mushroom soup.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots.
- Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tater tots are golden brown.
Notes
- Swap cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken for a different flavor.
- Add frozen mixed vegetables to the beef mixture for extra nutrition.
- Spice it up with cayenne pepper or use pepper jack cheese.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.
