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Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 43 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 3 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole combines the savory flavors of ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese topped with golden tater tots for a comforting and hearty dish perfect for family dinners. It’s a crowd-pleaser with a creamy, tangy twist from mayo, ketchup, and mustard mixed into the beef, baked to bubbly perfection.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 cup real bacon bits
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
  • 24 oz frozen tater tots

Topping

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
  • 1/4 cup real bacon bits

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Cook ground beef and onions: Place the ground beef in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add a dab of margarine or butter to the pan. Add the diced yellow onions along with the beef. Cook, crumbling the beef well, until fully browned.
  3. Drain excess grease: After the beef is cooked, remove the pan from heat and carefully drain any excess grease to avoid greasiness in the casserole.
  4. Mix in flavorings: Add the real bacon bits, mayo, ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder into the pan. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
  5. Assemble casserole base: Pour the beef mixture into a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend evenly over the meat.
  6. Add tater tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese layer to form the top crust.
  7. Bake first phase: Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes until the tater tots are starting to crisp and the cheese underneath is melted.
  8. Add topping: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese and 1/4 cup bacon bits evenly over the top.
  9. Bake second phase: Return the casserole to the oven and continue baking for another 6 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese topping is fully melted and just beginning to brown.
  10. Rest and serve: Take the casserole out of the oven and let it sit for a few minutes to set before scooping and serving. Enjoy your hearty, cheesy bacon cheeseburger tater tot casserole!

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to reduce grease and maintain a balanced flavor.
  • Make sure to drain excess fat after cooking the beef for best texture.
  • The combination of mozzarella and cheddar cheese gives a perfect blend of creaminess and sharpness.
  • Frozen tater tots do not need to be thawed before baking.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
  • Allow casserole to rest after baking to make serving easier and keep layers intact.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
  • Calories: 590
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/bacon-cheeseburger-tater-tot-casserole-recipe/