Hearty layers of beef, creamy sauce, cheese, and crispy tots perfect for busy nights or gatherings.
# 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 Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5–7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Stir in frozen peas and carrots and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
05 - Add cream of mushroom soup, whole milk, Worcestershire sauce, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and heat through.
06 - Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
07 - Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture.
08 - Place frozen tater tots in a single, uniform layer on top.
09 - Bake uncovered for 35 minutes.
10 - Remove casserole from oven; sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over the tater tots. Bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts and tots become golden brown.
11 - Allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes prior to serving.
