Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup frozen green beans
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 pound frozen tater tots
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped fresh parsley, sliced green onions, or sour cream
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef (or turkey) over medium-high heat until it's browned and cooked through.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Sauté Onion and Garlic:
- Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef.
- Sauté for a few minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Combine Soup and Milk:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
Layer the Casserole:
- Spread the cooked beef and onion mixture in an even layer in the greased baking dish.
- Layer the frozen corn and green beans over the beef.
Pour Soup Mixture:
- Pour the soup and milk mixture evenly over the beef and vegetables.
Add Cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Arrange Tater Tots:
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
Season:
- Season the casserole with salt and black pepper to taste.
Bake:
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Serve:
- Remove the tater tot casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, sliced green onions, or serve with sour cream.
- Serve hot and enjoy your homemade tater tot casserole!
This dish is a crowd-pleaser and a great way to enjoy a comforting meal with the flavors of ground meat, creamy soup, and crispy tater tots.