Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef (or lean ground beef for casseroles)
1 small onion, diced (or sweet onion for flavor)
1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning)
1 can (10.5 oz) cheddar cheese soup (or creamy cheese soup)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or sharp cheddar cheese)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or mozzarella cheese for casseroles)
1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots (or crispy tater tots)
6 strips cooked bacon, crumbled (or crispy bacon bits)
Salt and pepper to taste (or seasoned salt for flavor)
Instructions:
1. Preheat Your Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure your casserole cooks evenly and gets a nice golden finish.
2. Cook the Ground Beef:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Break the beef apart as it cooks to create a nice crumble.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning mix for added flavor. This will give your casserole a delicious tangy twist!
3. Prepare the Cheesy Sauce:
In a separate bowl, combine the cheddar cheese soup with a little water to loosen it up, making it easy to spread over your casserole.
Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix until the sauce becomes creamy and gooey.
4. Assemble the Casserole:
Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly in a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Layer the frozen tater tots on top of the beef. This creates a hearty, crispy layer for your casserole.
5. Add the Cheesy Sauce:
Pour the cheesy soup mixture over the tater tots, ensuring that each tot gets covered in that delicious creamy cheese sauce.
Top the casserole with the remaining shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, making it even more cheesy and irresistible.
6. Bake the Casserole:
Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
7. Finish and Serve:
Once baked, remove from the oven and sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top of the casserole. The bacon bits add a crispy, savory crunch that complements the cheesy, meaty layers perfectly.
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Serving Suggestions:
Serve your Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. It’s also great with a dollop of sour cream or a side of pickles for an extra tangy kick.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Calories: Approx. 450-500 kcal per serving
Servings: 6-8 servings
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