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cheeseburger casserole topped with pickles, tomatoes, and onions

Cheeseburger Tater Tot Bake Recipe


  • Author: Maria Ronan
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Get ready for the ultimate comfort dish – this Cheeseburger Tater Tot Bake! Imagine crispy bacon, savory ground beef, and gooey cheese, all crowned with golden tater tots. Baked to perfection, it’s a harmonious blend of familiar flavors in a cozy casserole format. Top with optional pickles, tomatoes, and onions for that extra fast-food kick. Quick, delicious, and a guaranteed family favorite!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 slices of bacon
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp dry mustard
  • 1 cup tomato sauce (or marinara sauce)
  • 8 oz Velveeta cheese (or similar alternative)
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Frozen tater tots
  • Optional toppings: chopped pickles, tomato, and onion

Instructions

  • Preparation:

    • Preheat oven to 400°F.
    • Cook bacon until crispy; dice one large onion.
  • Cooking:

    • Brown 2 lbs of ground beef with 1 cup of diced onion over medium heat.
    • Drain excess fat and add Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, tomato sauce, and Velveeta cheese. Melt together for 6 minutes.
  • Assembly:

    • Grease a 13×9 pan; pour in the beef mixture.
    • Sprinkle with crumbled bacon and 2 cups of cheddar cheese.
    • Top with rows of frozen tater tots.
  • Baking:

    • Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
  • Optional Toppings:

    • After baking, add chopped pickles, tomato, and onion for extra flavor.
  • Serve and Enjoy:

    • Whether baked fresh or as a make-ahead meal, savor the comfort and familiar flavors of this Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Bake.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 40