Hearty casserole combining seasoned ground beef, mixed vegetables, and crispy tater tots baked until golden.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound ground beef
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
→ Dairy & Sauces
05 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
→ Topping
08 - 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, breaking up the meat. Drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in frozen mixed vegetables and cook for 2 minutes.
05 - Mix in cream of mushroom soup and milk until combined and heated through. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika if using.
06 - Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
07 - Spread the beef mixture evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
08 - Place frozen tater tots in a single layer over the beef mixture.
09 - Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
10 - Remove from oven, sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over tater tots, then bake an additional 5 to 10 minutes until cheese melts and tater tots turn golden brown.
11 - Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
