Savory layers of seasoned beef, creamy sauce, cheese, and crispy tots baked to golden perfection for a filling meal.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
→ Sauces & Dairy
05 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
08 - 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Topping
10 - 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
# How-to Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 5–7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Stir in frozen peas and carrots. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
05 - Incorporate cream of mushroom soup, whole milk, Worcestershire sauce, 1 cup cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully combined and heated through.
06 - Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
07 - Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture.
08 - Place frozen tater tots in a single, even layer atop the cheese.
09 - Bake uncovered for 35 minutes.
10 - Remove casserole from oven, sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over tater tots, then bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts and tots are golden.
11 - Allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
