Classic Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

If you love shepherd’s pie, you’ve got to try this Tater Tot Casserole! It’s the ultimate lazy-girl version, with tots instead of mashed potatoes, melty cheese, hearty beef, and total comfort in every bite. The kids will absolutely devour it.

How To Make Tater Tot Casserole

Alright, let’s make the magic happen! This easy tater tot casserole recipe comes together in just a few simple steps. Whip up some simple buttermilk biscuits, and dinner is served!

1. Cook the Beef, Onion, and Garlic: Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside. Heat a 12 or 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook and break up the beef for 7-10 minutes until no pink remains. Drain off any grease and reduce the heat to medium before adding the onion and garlic to the skillet. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.
2. Mix in the Sauce, Veggies, and Soup: Add the Worcestershire sauce, parsley, peas, carrots, and cream of mushroom soup to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, just until heated through. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
3. Transfer and Add Cheese: Add the beef mixture to the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Cover it evenly with the cheddar cheese.
4. Add Tater Tots and Bake: Add an even layer of tater tots on top. You may not need all of them, depending on the brand and size of the tater tots. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until the tater tots are crispy on top and the edges of the casserole are bubbling. Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

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