{"id":678339,"date":"2018-05-19T10:30:27","date_gmt":"2018-05-18T18:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/slow-cooker-tater-tot-casserole\/"},"modified":"2024-09-23T13:55:13","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T18:55:13","slug":"slow-cooker-tater-tot-casserole","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/slow-cooker-tater-tot-casserole\/","title":{"rendered":"Slow-Cooker Tater Tot Casserole"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Easy, homey and satisfying, slow-cooker Tater Tot casserole is a riff on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-hotdish\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-hotdish\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Minnesota hot dish<\/a> made with ground meat, creamy condensed soup and a layer of golden potato nuggets smothered in cheese. It&#8217;s also a relatively hands-off supper, as this recipe is designed to let the appliance do the work. The most intensive aspect of the recipe is searing ground beef and vegetables in a skillet before layering them in the slow cooker with the other ingredients to finish baking into a savory, silky combination.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">It&#8217;s a great solution for a busy cool-weather weekend when you&#8217;re feeding a crowd but don&#8217;t want to be stuck standing by the stove. Plus, you can leave the appliance on the &#8220;keep warm&#8221; setting so you can easily accommodate a group even if everyone isn&#8217;t eating at the same time.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\">Slow-Cooker Tater Tot Casserole Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li3\"><b>Ground beef: <\/b>The 2 pounds of ground beef, browned in a skillet ahead of time, serve as the foundation for this slow-cooker casserole. Drain the extra fat and drippings as you transfer the meat to the slow cooker to prevent the finished casserole from being soggy.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><b>Onions, mushrooms and garlic:<\/b> Chopped onion, sliced fresh mushrooms and minced garlic browned in the beef drippings reinforce the meaty base of this Crockpot Tater Tot casserole with their savory flavors. Use any color onion and any type of sliced mushroom you like.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><b>Cream of mushroom soup:<\/b> Stirring in condensed, undiluted soup is a quick way to make a silky mushroom gravy for the beef and vegetables. It coats the mixture in a velvety sauce, a tried-and-true strategy at play in many of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/the-best-casseroles\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/the-best-casseroles\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">best casseroles<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><b>Green beans:<\/b> A welcome dose of green in the form of ready-to-go cut green beans prevents this casserole from being entirely beige and brown. You can also use frozen mixed vegetables for even more color.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><b>Tater Tots:<\/b> Topping the casserole with frozen Tater Tots creates a charming cobblestone effect on top, like a savory cobbler. Though using relatively round tots makes it easy to spoon up portions of the finished casserole, you could substitute fries or any other frozen fried potato product, if that&#8217;s what you have on hand.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><b>Cheddar cheese: <\/b>A modest sprinkling of cheese on top melts into the Tater Tot layer as this casserole cooks. Use medium, sharp or extra-sharp cheddar, whatever your preference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p1\">Directions<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Step 1: Brown the beef and vegetables<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2036124\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Crock-Pot-Tater-Tot-Casserole_TOHD24_207064_EricKleinberg_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Crock Pot Tater Tot Casserole recipe photo of ground beef in the crockpot while the onion, mushrooms, garlic and condensed soup are in a skillet.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">In a large skillet, cook the beef over medium-high heat until it&#8217;s no longer pink, five to six minutes, breaking it into crumbles. Drain the beef and transfer it to a 5-quart slow cooker. Add the onion and mushrooms to the skillet and cook them over medium-high heat until the vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook one minute longer. Stir in the condensed soup, salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Step 2: Assemble the casserole and bake<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2036125\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Crock-Pot-Tater-Tot-Casserole_TOHD24_207064_EricKleinberg_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Crock Pot Tater Tot Casserole recipe photo of the casserole ingredients layered in a slow cooker.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Add the vegetable mixture into the slow cooker, then add the green beans and stir to combine. Top that with the Tater Tots in a single layer, then sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top. Cook, covered, on low for six hours. Let the casserole stand, uncovered, for 15 minutes before serving.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2036128\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Crock-Pot-Tater-Tot-Casserole_TOHD24_207064_EricKleinberg_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Crock Pot Tater Tot Casserole recipe photo of the finished recipe served into bowls with sides of beer.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\">Slow-Cooker Tater Tot Casserole Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add other spices:<\/strong> Add thyme, herbes de provence, a spoonful of barbecue rub or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-taco-seasoning-mix\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-taco-seasoning-mix\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade taco seasoning mix<\/a> as you cook the ground beef to add another layer of flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Change up the cheese:<\/strong> Feel free to change out the cheddar cheese for a blend of shredded cheeses, pepper jack or Swiss. A cheddar cheese infused with horseradish would be particularly tasty with the other ingredients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swap out the soup:<\/strong> If you don&#8217;t have cream of mushroom on hand, use a can of condensed cream of onion or cream of chicken soup instead. You could also use a canned condensed cheddar cheese soup for even more cheesy flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get more veggies in:<\/strong> You can add a cup of frozen peas or stir in some fresh baby spinach before adding the Tater Tot layer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Slow-Cooker Tater Tot Casserole<\/h2>\n<p>To store any leftover Crockpot Tater Tot casserole, let it cool completely, then refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave, the oven or in an oven-safe ramekin in an air fryer to re-crisp the tots.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze slow-cooker Tater Tot casserole?<\/h3>\n<p>While you can absolutely prepare and freeze this casserole recipe ahead of time, it&#8217;s not hugely practical to do so because it would require the liner of your slow cooker to be taking up space in your freezer. Instead, follow the method in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/quick-tater-tots-bake\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/quick-tater-tots-bake\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Tater Tot Casserole<\/a>\u00a0for a very similar freezer-to-oven dish.<\/p>\n<h2>Slow-Cooker Tater Tot Casserole Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2036127\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Crock-Pot-Tater-Tot-Casserole_TOHD24_207064_EricKleinberg_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Crock Pot Tater Tot Casserole recipe photo of the finished recipe served into bowls with sides of beer.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Can you make Tater Tot casserole in an Instant Pot?<\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely. You&#8217;ll use the slow-cook setting.<\/p>\n<h3>What can you serve with Tater Tot casserole?<\/h3>\n<p>Because everything in this Crockpot Tater Tot casserole has a soft texture, it benefits from something fresh and bright alongside, like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/salad-recipes-ready-in-30-minutes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/salad-recipes-ready-in-30-minutes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">30-minute salad<\/a>\u00a0you can put together as the casserole finishes cooking. It also feels particularly appropriate to serve a casserole with a homey, make-ahead dessert like brownies or coconutty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-layer-bars\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-layer-bars\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">magic bars<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What&#8217;s not to love about classic Tater Tot casserole\u2014especially when it&#8217;s made in the slow cooker? You&#8217;ll want to add this family-pleasing potluck favorite to your regular rotation. \u2014Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2085011,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,307308,305883,304328,304292,305487,304338,304515,304390,303966,307320,304368,306848,304268,307307,304558,324623,304388,304078,305928,304403],"categories-v2":[308623,310347,311533,311532,308988,308984,308481,308305,310796,308992,308880,308761,308495,310362,311542,308745,309603,259483,310342,308910,309177,308752,308698,309004,311621,308812],"coauthors":[343474],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Quick Tater Tots Bake","post_link":"\/recipes\/quick-tater-tots-bake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Quick-Tater-Tots-Bake_EXPS_FT24_4289_JR_0315_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Slow-Cooker Chicken 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It's also fairly hands-off, as this recipe is designed to let the appliance do the work.","recipeIngredient":["2 pounds ground beef","1 large onion, chopped","1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms","3 garlic cloves, minced","2 cans (10-3\/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted","1\/2 teaspoon salt","1\/2 teaspoon pepper","1 pound frozen cut green beans","1 bag (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots","1 cup shredded cheddar cheese"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"In a large skillet cook beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain and transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add onion and mushrooms to skillet; cook over medium-high heat until vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in condensed soup, salt and pepper. Place vegetable mixture in slow cooker; add green beans and stir to combine. Top with Tater Tots and cheese."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Cook, covered, on low 6 hours. Let stand, uncovered, 15 minutes before serving."}],"recipeYield":"12 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Emily Teel"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 383 calories","fatContent":"22g fat (7g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"58mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"941mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"27g carbohydrate (3g sugars","fiberContent":"4g fiber)","proteinContent":"20g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.5,"reviewCount":10,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-09-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Robyn504"},"reviewBody":"This is the best tater tot dish I have had.  Most of the baked recipes I have made leave the tater tots underdone.  Made this for my daughter while her family were all home sick.  It's a hit and will add it to my rotation.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-09-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCandy"},"reviewBody":"I made this a lot when our grandsons were younger and came to stay for the summer.  It was sure to please and was so easy.  I used canned green beans instead of frozen.  Our youngest grandson announced it was \"awesome!\" and the next time I served it he wouldn't touch it.  Awe, the tastes of a 5 year old!  Anyway the kids really did love it and so did we.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeGlasses"},"reviewBody":"I make it in the oven. Bake covered at 350 assembled for an hour.  Then add cheese and bake until melted.  I aslo add worchestershire, onion and garlic powder to the meat.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-02-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedLeaf"},"reviewBody":"This was really good. The tater tots sort of dissolved into a cheesy layer on the top.  Good winter meal!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangePopsicle"},"reviewBody":"Awesome recipe!  Will make again and again.  Reminded us of a version of Shepherd's Pie.  My husband put hot sauce on top.  Thank you!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-10-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueWeights"},"reviewBody":"Great tasting and easy to make.  Only substitute I made was to use cream of chicken soup instead because my husband can't have mushrooms.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-09-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBox"},"reviewBody":"We thought there were too many green beans. Maybe if we make it again we'd use a bag of frozen mixed vegetables. The way the mushrooms and beef cooked down, every bite was basically just green beans.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe. Good way to eat a vegetable.  I left the salt out to cut down on sodium content of recipe","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-10-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedPopcorn"},"reviewBody":"Tried this out the other day","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBattery"},"reviewBody":"Even though I used less salt than called for, it seemed a little saltier than I prefer. 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