Description
A delightful blend of Sloppy Joes and crispy tater tots, this casserole is a comforting classic that’s quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and family-approved.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (32 oz) package frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the chopped onion until the meat is cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well!
- Spread the savory beef mixture evenly in a greased casserole dish.
- Layer the frozen tater tots over the beef mixture, making sure to cover it completely.
- Bake for 25 minutes, allowing the tots to crisp up.
- Remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, and return it to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Consider adding diced bell peppers or garlic for extra flavor. You can also swap the ground beef for turkey or a meatless option like lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Sloppy Joe, Tater Tot, Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner