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Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole

A hearty casserole that combines all the flavors of a cheeseburger with melty cheese and crispy tater tots, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with turkey or chicken
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced Use yellow or white onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup mustard
  • 1/4 cup pickles, diced Adds tangy crunch
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can use different cheese varieties
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon Use high-quality thick-cut bacon for better flavor
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots Can substitute with fresh potatoes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until it's no longer pink.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook until the onion is soft and fragrant.
  4. Stir in the ketchup, mustard, and pickles, ensuring everything is well-combined.
Assembly
  1. Spread the beef mixture evenly across the bottom of a prepared casserole dish.
  2. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon on top of the beef mixture.
  3. Layer the frozen tater tots on top, covering the cheese completely.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the tater tots are crispy and the cheese has melted beautifully.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and enjoy this delicious Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole!

Notes

Pair with a side salad or classic burger sides like coleslaw. For a toppings bar, offer additional pickles or chopped green onions.