Tater Tots Hotdish

Dive into comfort food heaven with this classic Tater Tots Hotdish recipe—a Midwestern favorite that combines hearty ingredients with easy preparation for a meal the whole family will love. Featuring savory ground beef, tender mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce made with sour cream and cream of mushroom soup, this casserole is layered with gooey melted cheddar cheese and crowned with a crispy golden topping of tater tots. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this hotdish comes together in under an hour with just one skillet and a casserole dish. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, it’s a warm and satisfying dish that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Keywords: Tater Tots Hotdish, easy casserole recipe, comfort food, hearty family dinner, Midwestern recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 32 ounces tater tots
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir the frozen mixed vegetables into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Mix until well combined, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 8

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are crispy and golden brown.

Step 11

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots, then bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the hotdish cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2511.1 grams (2511.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4876

Total Fat 347.70g	446%
Saturated Fat 125.80g	629%
Polyunsaturated Fat 59.00g
Cholesterol 610mg	203%
Sodium 8951mg	389%
Total Carbohydrate 320.30g	116%
Dietary Fiber 38.90g	139%
Total Sugars 45.00g
Protein 159.80g	320%

Vitamin D 85IU	427%
Calcium 2057mg	158%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 4583mg	98%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 25.4%