Hearty casserole blending ground beef, vegetables, creamy sauce, and a crispy tater tot topping.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
→ Dairy & Sauces
05 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
→ Topping
08 - 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1 tsp salt
10 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
11 - 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
12 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
# How to Cook:
01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, stirring and breaking it apart; drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
04 - Mix in frozen mixed vegetables and cook for 2 minutes.
05 - Stir in condensed cream of mushroom soup and whole milk until evenly mixed and heated through; season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
06 - Remove skillet from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
07 - Spread beef and vegetable mixture evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
08 - Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer over the mixture.
09 - Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
10 - Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over tater tots; bake an additional 5–10 minutes until cheese melts and tots are golden.
11 - Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
