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It’s cheesy, it’s meaty and packed with Tater Tots! Say hello to our easy Tater Tot casserole recipe, a riff on a Minnesota hot dish<\/a> with meat, creamy condensed soup and a layer of golden tots and cheese. This next-level comfort food dinner<\/a> takes just two easy steps to make.<\/p>\n Like all of our best casseroles<\/a>, you already probably have the key ingredients in your kitchen. A true hot dish usually incorporates corn or another simple vegetable, which you can easily add to this meaty Tater Tot casserole. But let’s be honest, all Tater Tot recipes<\/a> worth their salt are all about those tots! The casserole is finished with a heavy hand of cheddar cheese, which melts over everything, creating a cheese-smothered situation that is not to be missed.<\/p>\n Keep this recipe for Tater Tot casserole handy for those busy weeknights when everyone’s getting to the dinner table at different times. Just mix, bake and serve.<\/p>\n Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. In a large skillet, cook the beef and onions over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off the oil and season with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n Transfer the beef and onions to a greased 2-quart baking dish. Top with an even layer of Tater Tots, making sure they go all the way out to the edges of the pan. Combine the condensed soup and the milk and give it a good whisk before pouring over the potatoes.<\/p>\n Sprinkle the top with cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 30 to 40 minutes or until it is fully heated through, and the cheese melts on top.<\/p>\n Store your Tater Tot casserole covered in the fridge for up to five days. Just pop it in the oven to reheat, or microwave individual portions.<\/p>\n Casseroles are notoriously great for freezing. Once it’s fully cooled you can store it whole, tightly wrapped, or in individual portions in airtight containers. When you’re ready to eat it, let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator, and then reheat in the oven or microwave. Enjoy within three months.<\/p>\n Our Tater Tot casserole doesn’t include vegetables other than chopped onions, so any vegetable side dish recipes<\/a> would pair perfectly. A fresh side salad<\/a> is another light and tasty option. You can also serve warm dinner rolls as a complement to this comforting casserole, especially on a cold night.<\/p>\n The humble Tater Tot is usually enjoyed as a simple side dish dipped in ketchup. But don’t limit this freezer-friendly potato staple to a dinnertime sidekick. Incorporate it into other dishes, like nachos (aka tot-chos), which are basically loaded Tater Tots<\/a>, breakfast dishes and casseroles.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Thanks to a few ingredients and easy prep, this cheese-smothered Tater Tot casserole will be a recurring star at your dinner table.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":1973706,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[303971,304162,307308,305883,304328,304292,305487,304338,303966,307320,307414,303887,306848,304268,307307,324623,305928,304150,303883,307413],"categories-v2":[308500,309439,310347,311533,311532,308988,308984,308481,308305,310796,308992,308495,310362,310443,311542,308478,309603,259483,310342,309177,311621,309434,308476,310442,311629],"coauthors":[340582],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Homemade Tater 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"},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.2884617,"reviewCount":52,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Quick Tater Tot Bake","description":"Check out this video for how to make Quick Tater Tot Bake","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Quick-Tater-Tot-Bake_EXPS_DIYD19_4289_B06_25_2b.jpg"],"uploadDate":"2020-09-5 11:20:18","duration":"P0DT0H1M12S","contentUrl":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/QuickTaterTotBake_DIYD_4289_062519_H.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-08-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Queenlalisa"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty and so simple. I needed a good quick dinner and this worked great. I did add onion powder and a little garlic salt.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-12-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"velmamher"},"reviewBody":" The version this Iowa girl always made was to layer frozen peas over the hamburger, then the soup (I like cream of celery for more flavor) and then top with tater tots. Tots go on top so that they crisp up. I've never used cheese, but if I did I think I would put it between the hamburger and the peas (or other veggie). I also always cook some chopped onions with the hamburger.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-03-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"susieqccp"},"reviewBody":"I substituted ground sausage. This was easy and delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-05-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Luv50s076"},"reviewBody":"I have been making this \"hot Dish\" being a Minnesotan. I prefer a layer of veggies between the ground meat (I do add mushrooms, onions and garlic when I cook my ground meat) and the tater tots. I use frozen corn. My Mom used green beans. It's easy and always a hit with friends and family","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-08-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Tessa925"},"reviewBody":"Made this today and it was delish! I did what other reviews suggested and I did the tator tots on top of the meat\/onions and then the cheese last. I also made it gluten and dairy free and it was still amazing. Thx!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-03-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Debglass11"},"reviewBody":"Great casserole and very kid-friendly! I made a few adjustments ~ used 2 lbs of ground beef and 2 cans of cream of mushroom soup and used only 1\/3 cup of milk and added some sour cream in with the soup. Like some other reviewers, I sprinkled the cheese over the soup mixture instead of over the tots. Kids devoured it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-10-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Diane428"},"reviewBody":"I made this casserole and added some garlic powder to the seasoning of S & P. My husband enjoyed it. So, I made it for a potluck dinner at church and it was a hit; many compliments. One woman enjoyed it so much, she asked for the recipe! This will be a \"go to\" :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Shawkins919"},"reviewBody":"I have been making this for over a decade now. Only I add French style greenbeans. I mix the soup, meat, greenbeans, a handful of tater tots that I shred, cheese, salt, pepper, Tony's Cajun seasoning and minced garlic. I add that to my baking dish and then layer tots on top. I bake for 30-45 minutes until tots are crispy and then melt cheese on top. Enjoy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-12-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Sarah5898"},"reviewBody":"I made this recipe minus the onion and added garlic to it and it was sooo good. My husband and our daughter went back for more and my roommates!! I'll make this again no doubt. Thank you","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-07-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"2124arizona"},"reviewBody":" This turned out great! I added minced garlic with the onions along with mushrooms. Very tasty. Great comfort food.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-08-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KristineChayes576"},"reviewBody":" I\u2019ve been making daily dinners for my son and daughter-in-law after the birth of their first child a few weeks ago.\u00a0This Quick Tater Tots Bake was one of the meals I made for them and they loved it! It will be a repeat request in the future! 5 Stars!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-11-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Carrie208"},"reviewBody":" Have been making this for years. I always add steamed white rice; mixed with the soup and meat.<\/p> Never add cheese.<\/p> <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Rebecca245"},"reviewBody":" We felt something was missing from this recipe. A bit bland for our taste. I have some thoughts for a few additions if I make again.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-03-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MidnightMittens"},"reviewBody":"Loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-05-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"isthisabadjoke"},"reviewBody":" Because my bunch didn\u2019t like the soup version I changed this to ground beef and barbecue sauce, put the meat on top the taters and cheese on that. They really enjoyed that version. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-06-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SallyAverill"},"reviewBody":"I have always loved tater tots and the casseroles that are created with them, and this was very good, although a little too salty. Made this many times, but after the first try I switched to low-salt soup and changed up the layering a bit -- after the beef layer I poured the soup mixture, then cheese, then finally topped it with the tater tots. They got deliciously browned and we liked it much better. I also added frozen green beans, and then it became more of a meal. =)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-11-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Simone"},"reviewBody":"I'm 43 and today I made tater tot casserole for the first time! I was attracted to this particular recipe because of all the cheese on top. It was good! Tots did not get crispy though! I'm thinking next time pour the soup mix over the ground beef and put the tots on top. Possibly wait to add the shredded cheese also. All in all though, pretty good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-06-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"NancySidhu"},"reviewBody":"We love this one, but we put the soup on top of the meat\/onion, then the cheese and top with tater tots so they are crispy. I also bake it for 45-50min. 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Quick Tater Tots Bake Tips<\/h2>
Where did Tater Tot casserole come from?<\/h3>Tater Tot casserole\u2014aka \"Hot Dish\" to Minnesotans\u2014has its roots in the Midwest. It\u2019s most famous in Minnesota where it\u2019s said to have originated, but its popularity has spread to neighboring states as well as other regions of the U.S. Here are more tips on how to make an authentic hot dish<\/a> as well as our most popular hot dish recipes<\/a>.
Can I use cream of chicken soup instead of cream of mushroom?<\/h3>Yes! You can replace cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken for equally good, if not identical, results. The flavor profile might be slightly different, but the consistency will be the same. Here are more recipes that start with a can of condensed soup<\/a>.
What goes well with Tater Tot casserole?<\/h3>Traditional Tater Tot casserole typically doesn\u2019t include vegetables, except chopped onions, so a healthy veggie side dish<\/a> would pair perfectly. A fresh side salad<\/a> is another light and tasty option. You can also serve warm dinner rolls<\/a> as a complement to this comforting casserole, especially on a cold night.
What else can I make with Tater Tots?<\/h3>The humble Tater Tot is usually enjoyed as simple side dish dipped in ketchup. But don\u2019t limit this freezer-friendly potato staple as a dinnertime sidekick. Incorporate it into other dishes\u2014such as nachos (aka totchos), breakfast dishes and casseroles. Here are our top Tater Tot recipes.<\/a>
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Where did Tater Tot casserole come from?<\/h3>Tater Tot casserole\u2014aka \"Hot Dish\" to Minnesotans\u2014has its roots in the Midwest. It\u2019s most famous in Minnesota where it\u2019s said to have originated, but its popularity has spread to neighboring states as well as other regions of the U.S. Here are more tips on how to make an authentic hot dish<\/a> as well as our most popular hot dish recipes<\/a>.
Can I use cream of chicken soup instead of cream of mushroom?<\/h3>Yes! You can replace cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken for equally good, if not identical, results. The flavor profile might be slightly different, but the consistency will be the same. Here are more recipes that start with a can of condensed soup<\/a>.
What goes well with Tater Tot casserole?<\/h3>Traditional Tater Tot casserole typically doesn\u2019t include vegetables, except chopped onions, so a healthy veggie side dish<\/a> would pair perfectly. A fresh side salad<\/a> is another light and tasty option. You can also serve warm dinner rolls as a complement to this comforting casserole, especially on a cold night.
What else can I make with Tater Tots?<\/h3>The humble Tater Tot is usually enjoyed as simple side dish dipped in ketchup. But don\u2019t limit this freezer-friendly potato staple as a dinnertime sidekick. Incorporate it into other dishes\u2014such as nachos (aka totchos), breakfast dishes and casseroles. Here are our top Tater Tot recipes.<\/a>
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