Description
Tater Tot Hotdish is the ultimate Midwest comfort food casserole—layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, vegetables, and crispy tater tots, all baked to golden perfection. Topped with cheddar cheese and scallions, this cozy family dinner is hearty, nostalgic, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
2 medium yellow onions, chopped (2 cups)
1 pound ground chuck beef (450 g, 80% lean)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (1 g)
1/2 teaspoon onion powder (1 g)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
2 cans condensed cream of mushroom soup (2 x 10.5 oz / 298 g each)
2 cups thawed frozen green beans (280 g)
2 cups thawed frozen sweet corn (280 g)
1 1/2 pounds frozen tater tots (680 g)
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt (1 g)
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (60 g)
2 small scallions, thinly sliced
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high. Add onions and beef; cook 5–6 minutes until browned.
Reduce heat, stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. Cook 1 minute more.
Stir in mushroom soup, green beans, and corn. Mix well.
Toss tater tots with seasoned salt in a bowl.
Layer tots evenly over beef mixture.
Bake uncovered for 1 hour, until tots are golden and crispy.
Sprinkle with Cheddar and scallions. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Resting after baking helps it set for easier slicing.
Swap in your favorite frozen veggies or a different cream soup.
Make ahead and refrigerate before baking for busy nights.
Reheats well in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American (Midwest)