Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is made with ground beef, golden mushroom soup, sharp Cheddar cheese, onions, and frozen tater tots. This easy Tater Tot casserole recipe creates a delicious dinner that takes about 45 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 large onion, chopped
- Butter-flavored cooking spray (such as Pam)
- 2 pounds of ground beef
- 2 (10.5 oz) cans of condensed golden mushroom soup
- 3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 (32 oz) package of frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots)
How To Make Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole:
- Soften the Onions: Place the chopped onion in a microwave-safe bowl and cover it with water. Microwave on high for 7 to 8 minutes until soft, then drain.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter-flavored cooking spray.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the cooked beef to the prepared casserole dish. Spread the softened onions evenly over the beef. Layer the condensed golden mushroom soup over the onions, followed by an even layer of shredded Cheddar cheese. Arrange the frozen tater tots in neat rows on top of the cheese.
- Bake the Casserole: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Lightly spray the tater tots with cooking spray, then bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the tater tots are cooked through and crispy.
Recipe Tips
- Microwave the onions for a mild flavor: This softens the onions for a more subtle taste. For a stronger flavor, use raw onions.
- Drain the beef well: Removing excess grease keeps the casserole from becoming too oily.
- Arrange the tater tots neatly: For even cooking, place the tater tots in neat rows, alternating directions.
- Spray for extra crunch: A light spray of cooking oil on the tater tots helps them turn golden and crispy.
- Try different cheeses: Swap out cheddar for Gouda or mozzarella for a new flavor twist.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
Storing in the Fridge: Allow the casserole to cool completely. Place the leftovers in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Wrap the cooled casserole tightly in plastic wrap or place it in a freezer-safe container. It will last up to 3 months in the freezer. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes until warmed through.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 465
- Total Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 921mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 24g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Total Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 24g
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Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole
Description
Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is made with ground beef, golden mushroom soup, sharp Cheddar cheese, onions, and frozen tater tots. This easy Tater Tot casserole recipe creates a delicious dinner that takes about 45 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Soften the Onions: Place the chopped onion in a microwave-safe bowl and cover it with water. Microwave on high for 7 to 8 minutes until soft, then drain.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter-flavored cooking spray.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the cooked beef to the prepared casserole dish. Spread the softened onions evenly over the beef. Layer the condensed golden mushroom soup over the onions, followed by an even layer of shredded Cheddar cheese. Arrange the frozen tater tots in neat rows on top of the cheese.
- Bake the Casserole: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Lightly spray the tater tots with cooking spray, then bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the tater tots are cooked through and crispy.
Notes
- Microwave the onions for a mild flavor: This softens the onions for a more subtle taste. For a stronger flavor, use raw onions.
- Drain the beef well: Removing excess grease keeps the casserole from becoming too oily.
- Arrange the tater tots neatly: For even cooking, place the tater tots in neat rows, alternating directions.
- Spray for extra crunch: A light spray of cooking oil on the tater tots helps them turn golden and crispy.
- Try different cheeses: Swap out cheddar for Gouda or mozzarella for a new flavor twist.