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
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Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook bacon until crispy; dice one large onion.
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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.
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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.
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Baking:
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
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Optional Toppings:
- After baking, add chopped pickles, tomato, and onion for extra flavor.
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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