Tater Tot Casserole Recipe (with Video)

I recently tried this dish and found it to be quite delicious. I decided to customize it a bit by adding some extra seasonings to the beef while browning it, such as onion powder, garlic powder, freshly ground black pepper, and a dash of salt. I also included chopped onions and cream of mushroom soup to the mixture before letting it simmer. After transferring the mixture to a casserole dish, I topped it with sharp cheddar and tater tots, followed by a generous layer of triple cheddar shredded cheese. Surprisingly, even my picky 2-year-old, who isn't a fan of beef, enjoyed this meal. My whole family absolutely loved it!

I absolutely adore this recipe, and it's a hit with my son as well - one of his absolute favorite dishes! It brings back wonderful memories of my grandma making it for me when I was growing up, and I still love it just as much today. I've made a few tweaks to the original recipe, but it still tastes fantastic. I start by browning 1 to 1 1/2 lbs of ground beef with optional onions, then I drain the grease. Next, I combine a can of cream of mushroom soup with either French-style cut green beans or regular cut green beans (drained), and mix them into the beef mixture. I layer this at the bottom of a 9x13 pan, sprinkle a modest amount of shredded cheddar cheese over it, then add a layer of tater tots, and top it off with more shredded cheese. I bake it in a 350°F oven for around 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is beautifully bubbling. Finally, I cover the top with French's French Fried Onions, and bake it once more until the onions are delightfully crispy. It's a delightful dish that's perfect for enjoying with loved ones!

I prepared this casserole and it was a hit with my family. I made a few modifications, such as adding garlic powder and chopped onions to the ground beef while cooking it. Once drained, I cooked the onion and beef mixture with condensed soup before pouring it into the dish. I combined shredded cheese into the casserole and layered the top with a mixture of regular tater tots and cauliflower cheddar veggie tots. Finally, I sprinkled a layer of triple cheddar cheese on top and baked it. The result was absolutely delicious!

My mom used to make this dish often when we were kids, and it has always been one of my favorites. It's simple, budget-friendly, and very satisfying. The only changes I made were adding a bag of frozen vegetables, sprinkling a generous layer of shredded sharp cheddar cheese before layering the tater tots, and adding more cheese on top of the tots during the final 10 minutes of cooking. I also included a chopped onion while browning the ground beef, which added extra flavor to the dish.

Great flavor, but using a 9x13 dish was not ideal as 1lb of beef didn't fully cover the bottom. The dish was much better when we transferred it to a smaller size.

As a recently widowed individual, I have been diving into the world of cooking. In my latest culinary experiment, I decided to mix chopped onion and seasoning with ground beef, then mistakenly added water to a can of cream of mushroom soup according to the instructions. Realizing my error, I threw in a handful of wide egg noodles to the soup and ground beef mixture, followed by a topping of tater tots and cheese. After baking it at 350 degrees for 50 minutes, the dish turned out surprisingly amazing. The egg noodles soaked up the excess moisture, creating a unique texture that made it a delightful accidental creation.

Rewritten review: This recipe was a crowd-pleaser! I made a few modifications by adding chopped mushrooms, frozen mixed veggies, and corn to make it more filling. I followed my mother's advice and mixed in some milk with the cream of mushroom soup. I seasoned it with garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, beef base, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce. I skipped adding salt since the other flavors were enough. Topped with cheese and tater tots, baked it in a 9x13 dish for 45 minutes at 375 degrees. Served it with a side salad dressed in a zesty vinaigrette for a perfect winter dinner. My family loved it so much that they asked for it again the next day. Highly recommend trying this recipe!

Rewritten review: The dish lacked flavor, so I plan to follow another reviewer's suggestion and add Rotel tomato bits, chopped green bell pepper, chopped onions, and the usual seasonings next time. A tip I learned is not to add herbs and spices to the ground beef and veggies while cooking, especially if the meat needs to be drained afterward. Instead, wait until after draining the meat to add all the flavors back to the skillet. Otherwise, much of the flavor will be lost with the grease, and it would be a shame to miss out on all that extra taste.

My 12-year-old grandson prepared this dish for dinner tonight. I made some modifications to the recipe to turn it into a full meal. We included a 12 oz bag of frozen sweet corn and about 6 oz of frozen tri-colored peppers with onions, cooked together in the same skillet after browning the 2 lbs of meat and stirring in the soup. We spread this mixture in the bottom of a casserole dish that had been sprayed with non-stick spray, placed the tater tots evenly on top, and sprinkled half (2 cups) of the cheese. Baked at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 hours, then added the remaining cheese. All ingredients were frozen except for the hamburger meat. The kids really enjoyed it, and my grandson was proud of his accomplishment! This recipe is definitely a keeper for future dinners.

Here is the rewritten review: Once again, I found myself relying on this website for a simple recipe. I needed a refresher on the oven temperature and cooking time for a minor dish. This website is my go-to for quick culinary guidance. I appreciate that most recipes can be easily personalized, and this one was no different. I spiced up my meat with paprika, onion powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to my liking. Then, I added a can of mixed veggies or a bag of frozen ones to a 9x13 dish before layering on the tots. A sprinkle of seasoned salt - Lowry's is my top pick - on the tots added a special touch before baking. Finally, a garnish of parsley or chives, fresh or dried, added a finishing touch before serving. Overall, a flexible and flavorful recipe that always hits the spot.

I enhanced the flavor of the meat by adding chili flakes, garlic salt, onion powder, and a dash of chili powder while cooking. I then combined 1.5 cans of cream of mushroom soup with jalapeños and black beans. The resulting dish was incredibly tasty with just the perfect amount of spice!

I have made this dish twice and we absolutely adore it. I added onion powder, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and salt to cater to my son's taste preference for black pepper. The flavors really came together beautifully when reheated, making it even more delicious. This recipe will definitely become a staple in our meal rotation.

Planning to test it out using cream of chicken next time.

I love adding cut green beans and corn to this dish for some extra veggies - it makes it even more delicious!

Fantastic

Perfect choice for all ages in the family.

I utilized a 9 x 9 pan for this recipe.

I enhanced the dish with onions, peas, and corn, along with paprika, pepper, a touch of basil, and garlic. My husband absolutely adored it. I will definitely be making it again.

I absolutely adored it! Instead of regular table salt, I opted for garlic salt which added a delicious flavor. I highly recommend using extra lean ground beef. I also decided to microwave a bag of green beans and layer them seasoned under the potatoes. I estimate it made around 5 servings. I will definitely be making this again!

I have made this dish multiple times over the years. I substituted ground pork sausage for the hamburger to give it a breakfast twist. My grandkids also enjoy it, which is a great bonus.