Savory layers of ground beef, creamy sauce, cheese, and crispy tater tots baked until golden and bubbly.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
→ Sauces & Dairy
05 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
08 - 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Topping
10 - 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon for 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat as needed.
03 - Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Stir in frozen peas and carrots. Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
05 - Add condensed cream of mushroom soup, whole milk, Worcestershire sauce, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until thoroughly combined and heated through.
06 - Spread the prepared beef mixture evenly into the greased baking dish.
07 - Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef layer.
08 - Place frozen tater tots in a single, even layer on top of the cheese.
09 - Bake uncovered for 35 minutes in the preheated oven.
10 - Remove from oven and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over the tater tots. Return to oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and tater tots are golden brown.
11 - Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
