Tater Tot Hot Dish II

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Classic Tater Tot Hot Dish recipe with a twist

by The Chefin Casserole

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

474

Sugar

Fat

30g

Tater Tot Hot Dish is a classic Midwestern casserole that is perfect for a cozy night in or a family gathering. This recipe puts a twist on the traditional dish with the addition of French-fried onion rings which add a delicious crunch to the creamy casserole. The perfect balance of flavors and textures make this dish a crowd-pleaser that is sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F
2.	In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion. Drain any excess fat.
3.	Season the beef mixture with salt and pepper to taste
4.	Transfer the beef mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish and spread it out in an even layer.
5.	Arrange the tater tots on top of the beef mixture in a single layer.
6.	In a bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup and cream of celery soup. Spread the soup mixture over the tater tots.
7.	Top the casserole with French-fried onion rings.
8.	Bake the casserole for 30-40 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This Tater Tot Hot Dish is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and sure to please the whole family.
The creamy and savory flavors are perfectly balanced and the crispy tater tots and onion ring topping add a satisfying crunch.

CONS

While delicious, this Tater Tot Hot Dish is not particularly healthy.
It is high in calories and fat so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Additionally, it is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, lean ground beef can be a good source of protein when consumed in moderation. Additionally, the onion in this recipe contains antioxidants and sulfur compounds that have been linked to improved immunity and reduced inflammation.

	1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
	1 onion , chopped
	3/4 teaspoon salt
	1 pinch ground black pepper
	1 package tater tots , thawed
	1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
	1 can condensed cream of celery soup
	1 can French-fried onion rings