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cheeseburger tater tot casserole
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Easy Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole

Crunchy tater tots and gooey cheese come together in this easy casserole.  Tastes just like a cheeseburger and fries without all the work!
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 547kcal
Author Krystle Smith

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 Sweet Onion Diced
  • 6 Slices Bacon Cooked Crisp and Crumbled
  • 1 Tablespoon Hamburger Seasoning I used Mccormick's Grill Mates
  • ⅔ Cup Ketchup
  • 2 Tablespoons Yellow Mustard
  • 1 Can Cheddar Cheese Soup
  • Salt/Pepper
  • 2 Cups Sharp Cheese Divided
  • 1 Bag Tater Tots

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease casserole dish with non stick cooking spray.
  • In a large skillet brown ground beef and onion. Stir in bacon, ketchup, mustard, cheese sour, and hamburger seasoning. Add to prepared dish.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in 1 ½ cup of cheese. Pour over meat mixture.
  • Place tater tots on top of cheese sauce. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and cook for 3-5 more minutes.

Notes

Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
    • Ground Beef: I used 90% lean beef, so I didn't have to drain any fat off. If you use 80/20, drain after browning.
    • Bacon: I like using microwave bacon to save on cook time. My preferred brand is Hormel Black Label.
    • Mustard: I prefer yellow mustard.
    • Shredded Cheese: I like using sharp cheddar here for maximum flavor.
    • Tater Tots: I like using mini tater tots for an ultra-crunchy topping.
    • Toppings: I used my favorite burger toppings: ketchup, mustard, pickles, and onions.
Tips
  1. Bake uncovered: For the crispiest tater tots, do not cover with foil.
  2. Perfect Rows: Alternate rows of horizontal and then vertical tots. Or if you're in a hurry, just throw them on and call it "rustic".
  3. Make Ahead: Make up to one day in advance. Add tots just before baking. 
  4. Easy Cleanup: Line your pan foil and spray with nonstick spray.

Nutrition

Calories: 547kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 1079mg | Potassium: 749mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 581IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 295mg | Iron: 3mg