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Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef and Rotel

A delicious and comforting casserole that combines crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese, and zesty Rotel tomatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 1 pound ground beef (lean, Halal preferred)
  • 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes (mild or spicy)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or cooking oil)
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add diced onion and cook until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 6-8 minutes).
  4. Stir in the canned Rotel, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Assembling and Baking
  1. In a large casserole dish, spread the beef mixture evenly on the bottom.
  2. Layer half of the shredded cheese on top.
  3. Evenly distribute the frozen tater tots across the cheese layer.
  4. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes.
  5. 10 minutes before it's done, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Serving
  1. Once done, remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve warm.

Notes

Substitutions: Ground turkey or chicken can also be used. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes.