Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Components
01 -
900 g ground beef
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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240 ml ketchup
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60 ml BBQ sauce
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2-4 tablespoons yellow mustard, to taste
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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60 ml dill pickles, diced
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800-900 g frozen tater tots
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200 g cheddar cheese, shredded
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3-4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Optional Garnishes
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Diced tomatoes
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Shredded lettuce
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Dill pickle slices
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Drizzle of ketchup and yellow mustard
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C. Grease a 23x33 cm baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion for 8-10 minutes, breaking up beef with a wooden spoon until browned. Stir frequently.
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Add garlic, ketchup, BBQ sauce, yellow mustard, salt, pepper, and diced pickles. Mix thoroughly and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as preferred.
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Evenly spread the beef mixture in the prepared baking dish. Arrange tater tots over the beef in a single, even layer.
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Place uncovered dish in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes until tater tots are golden and crisp.
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Remove dish from oven. Scatter shredded cheddar evenly over the top. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
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Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with crumbled bacon and any preferred optional toppings.
# Helpful Notes:
01 -
Taste the sauce before baking and adjust condiments or seasoning as needed.
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For variation, substitute ground turkey or use other cheeses such as pepper jack or mozzarella.
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Prepare the beef mixture up to one day in advance; add tater tots immediately before baking for optimal texture.