A delightful fusion of crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and gooey cheese that will have your family racing to the table.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound Ground beef
1 medium Onion, diced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 packet (1 ounce) Taco seasoning
1 can (15 ounces) Diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 cup Crema or sour cream
2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
1 bag (32 ounces) Baked tater tots
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure your casserole bakes evenly and the tater tots become crispy.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion softens, about 3-4 minutes. This adds great flavor to the beef.
Mix in the taco seasoning and canned tomatoes, allowing it to simmer for 5 minutes. The flavors will deepen and blend beautifully.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy taco sauce (or sour cream) with the beef mixture, stirring until evenly mixed.
In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread the beef mixture evenly on the bottom, then layer the baked tater tots on top.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the tater tots, ensuring every inch is covered for that melty, cheesy goodness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Keep an eye on it to avoid over-browning.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. This allows the casserole to set slightly.
