Description
This Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and packed with savory beef! A comforting, family-friendly dinner in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meat Filling:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup (or brown gravy)
- ½ cup beef broth
For the Tater Tot Topping:
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Cook the Meat Filling
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Add onion and garlic, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in mixed vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Add cream of mushroom soup and beef broth, stirring until well combined. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Assemble the Casserole
- Arrange frozen tater tots in an even layer on top of the meat mixture.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
3. Bake & Serve
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until tater tots are crispy and cheese is golden brown.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions for extra flavor.
Notes
✔ Use extra cheese – A layer of cheese under the tater tots adds even more flavor!
✔ Customize the veggies – Swap frozen vegetables for fresh mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini.
✔ For extra crunch, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: DINNER
- Cuisine: AMERICAN
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450