The Ultimate Comfort: Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole
A hearty, comforting bake combining savory ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and a golden-brown tater tot crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Brown ground beef with diced onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Drain excess grease from the pan.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the beef mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Layer shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in rows on top of the cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tots are golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.