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Delicious Sloppy Joe Casserole with Cheesy Tater Tots

A cozy casserole dish combining savory sloppy joe filling with crispy, cheesy tater tots, perfect for family gatherings on cold evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef or halal ground turkey Browned
  • 2 cups tater tots Frozen
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For topping
  • 1 medium onion Chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper Diced
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Ensure it's halal
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper To taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to warm up for baking.
  2. Prepare the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey. Once cooked, drain the excess fat.
  3. Add Vegetables: Toss in the chopped onion and bell pepper, and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Mix the Sauce: Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let this simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Layer the Casserole: In a greased 9x13 baking dish, spread the meat and sauce mixture evenly.
  6. Add Tater Tots: Top the meat layer with the frozen tater tots, arranging them in a single layer.
  7. Cheese It Up: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the tater tots.
  8. Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  9. Serve and Enjoy! Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

You can customize the dish by substituting the ground beef with ground chicken or cooked lentils for a vegetarian twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freeze before baking for up to 3 months.