This tater tot hotdish is a comfort food classic with a beefy vegetable filling, plenty of cheese, and crispy tater tots! Born in Minnesota, this simple dish is perfect for potlucks and reunions.
Equipment
9x13-inch casserole dish
Ingredients
1lblean ground beefNote 1
1small oniondiced
4tablespoonsall-purpose flour
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoonmustard powder
½teaspoontable salt
½teaspoonblack pepper
1cupsour cream
½cupheavy cream
2cupsfrozen mixed vegetables
2½cupsshredded cheddar cheese½ cup separated, Note 2
1 (32oz) bagfrozen tater tots
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400℉ (204)℃ and prepare a 9x13 baking casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and onion. Drain excess fat.
Sprinkle the flour, garlic, mustard, salt and pepper over the beef mixture, stirring until it is evenly distributed.
Add the sour cream and heavy cream, stir until well combined and thickened.
Add ½ cup of the cheddar cheese, stir until melted and smooth.
Add the frozen mixed vegetables, stir to combine.
Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to the prepared 9x13 casserole dish.
Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of cheddar cheese over the beef and vegetable mixture.
Top with the frozen tater tots, arranging in a single layer.
Cover with foil and bake for 50 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for another 20 minutes or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving, garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
Note 1: Use at least 80 percent lean ground beef. You can also use ground turkey if you like. Note 2: Any kind of melting cheese works great. Try cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, Mexican, or Italian. Storing Tips: - To store leftovers, allow the dish to come to room temperature. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. - Reheat in the microwave on a heat-proof plate until hot throughout. Or you can reheat leftovers in the oven in a baking dish covered with foil at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes.