Looking for a quick and delicious family meal? This Tater Tot Pizza Casserole is the perfect choice for busy weeknights! Combining the comfort of frozen tater tots, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings, it’s a tasty dish everyone will love. Whether you prefer ground beef, Italian sausage, or a veggie-packed version, this easy casserole recipe is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef (or Italian sausage for extra flavor)
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) pizza sauce (or tomato sauce for a more customizable base)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for the perfect melt!)
1 cup sliced pepperoni (or your favorite pizza toppings, such as mushrooms, bell peppers, olives)
1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
Optional: additional toppings (bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, etc.)
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for a crispy, golden finish.
Step 2: Cook the Meat
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or Italian sausage) until browned. Drain any excess fat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion is translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
Step 3: Add Sauce and Seasoning
Stir in the pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for a few minutes until everything is heated through.
Step 4: Assemble the Casserole
In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread the meat and sauce mixture evenly on the bottom. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat mixture. Add the sliced pepperoni (and any additional toppings you like) on top of the cheese. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the toppings. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the tater tots.
Step 5: Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 6: Serve
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Cut into squares and enjoy this satisfying pizza casserole!
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