Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole
A crowd-pleasing mash-up of juicy ground beef, crispy tater tots, and gooey cheddar makes this Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole the ultimate easy comfort food dinner.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (85/15 lean) keeps flavor without extra grease
- 6 slices bacon, chopped Applewood-smoked adds a nice sweet edge
- 1 small onion, diced yellow or sweet onion both work
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
- 32 oz frozen tater tots about two-thirds of a 32 oz bag
- 1 10.5 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup for creamy comfort
- 1/2 cup ketchup classic burger sauce vibe
- 2 Tbsp yellow mustard bright tanginess
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce depth of flavor—don’t skip it
- kosher salt
- freshly cracked black pepper
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions or chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375°F and grab a 9×13 casserole dish—lightly coat it with nonstick spray so nothing sticks.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until golden and just crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper-towel–lined plate.
- Add ground beef, diced onion, and garlic to the skillet. Season and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Lower heat and mix in cream of mushroom soup, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Let simmer and then remove from heat.
- Spread meat mixture, cheese, and bacon in the casserole dish.
- Arrange tater tots over the cheese in a single layer.
- Bake for 25 minutes, until tots are golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Broil for a darker finish if desired.
- Let the casserole stand for five minutes. Garnish with green onions or parsley before serving.
Notes
To make it low-sodium, choose reduced-sodium ingredients and skip added salt until tasting. For extra juiciness, drizzle pickle juice into the beef mix before baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal
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