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Easy Alfredo Tater Tot Beef Casserole
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Ingredients
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (jarred or homemade)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and onion is soft, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat
Add the Alfredo sauce, frozen vegetables, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the beef mixture. Stir well and simmer for 3-4 minutes
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese until melted and combined
Spread the beef and Alfredo mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the beef mixture
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the tater tots
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy and the cheese is bubbly
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving
Kitchen Tools
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cheese grater (if shredding your own cheese)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Use 2 cups of diced cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken. It works perfectly with the Alfredo sauce and is just as delicious.
Yes! Assemble everything except the tater tots and top cheese, cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add tater tots and cheese right before baking, adding 10 minutes to baking time.
You can make your own with butter, cream, garlic, and Parmesan, or use cream of mushroom soup mixed with milk and garlic for a budget-friendly alternative.
Yes! Freeze before baking for best results. Wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 15-20 minutes to cooking time and covering with foil.
The tater tots should be golden brown and crispy, the cheese should be melted and bubbly, and the internal temperature should reach 165°F.
Definitely! Broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers all work great. Just sauté them with the beef or add frozen vegetables as directed.
This happens when the sauce gets too hot. Bake at the correct temperature and don't overbake. Adding a splash of cream can help bring it back together.
Yes! Sweet potato tots work wonderfully and add extra nutrition and a slightly sweet flavor that pairs nicely with the creamy Alfredo.