Tater Tot Casserole
Seasoned ground beef and green beans simmer in a creamy mushroom sauce, then bake beneath cheddar and crisp golden potato tots.
Prep: 20 min · Cook: 45 min · Yield: 6 · Method: Oven
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion
- 8 ounces mushrooms
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces frozen cut green beans
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 32 ounces frozen potato tots
Cooking instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. (about 5 min) — 400°F
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion, breaking up the meat, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the beef is browned and reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat if needed. (about 8 min) — 160°F
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until softened and their moisture has evaporated. (about 5 min) — Medium-high
- Sprinkle in the flour, salt, and pepper. Stir for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in the milk. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens enough to coat a spoon. (about 5 min) — Medium
- Stir in the frozen green beans and cook for 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. (about 2 min) — Medium
- Sprinkle the cheddar over the beef mixture, then arrange the frozen potato tots in a single layer on top. (about 3 min) — 400°F
- Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the tots are crisp and golden. Rest for 5 minutes before serving. (about 35 min) — 400°F