Melty Cheeseburger Tater Tot (Printable Version)

Crispy tots and melted cheddar top a savory ground beef and onion bake for true cheeseburger comfort.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Filling

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 small onion, chopped
03 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
04 - 1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
05 - Salt, to taste
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Topping

07 - 3 cups frozen tater tots
08 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and onions are softened. Drain excess fat.
02 - Stir ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper into the beef mixture. Spread the mixture in an even layer in a baking dish.
03 - Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the beef mixture. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots.
04 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tater tots are crispy and golden and the cheese is melted and bubbling.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy family-friendly dinner favorite
  • Uses only simple grocery staples
  • On the table in about forty minutes
  • Customizable toppings for picky eaters
02 -
  • High in protein so it keeps you full
  • Easy to customize for allergies or dietary needs
  • Great for meal prep and freezing
03 -
  • Shred your own cheese for the best melt and creaminess
  • Drain the beef well after browning to avoid greasy layers
  • Let the casserole stand for at least five minutes before serving for those perfect scoopable slices
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