Description
A savory, one-pan dinner combining seasoned ground beef, melted sharp cheddar, and a crispy layer of golden tater tots. This hearty meal is the perfect blend of a classic cheeseburger and a cozy potato bake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in beef broth and simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid has reduced into a thick glaze.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Layer shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the meat.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in tight rows on top of the cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tater tots are golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American