Create a Mouthwatering Pizza Tater Tot Casserole in Just 30 Minutes!

Create a Mouthwatering Pizza Tater Tot Casserole in Just 30 Minutes!

Author: Riley Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6 servings Category: DINNER

Description

A quick and easy casserole that combines the flavors of pizza with the crunch of tater tots for a satisfying comfort meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 diced onion
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 32 ounces frozen tater tots
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
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Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. 2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef browns and the onion softens, about 7 to 8 minutes.
  3. 3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Drain any excess fat.
  4. 4. Stir in the salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and pizza sauce. Mix well and let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. 5. Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat and arrange half of the pepperoni on top.
  6. 6. Cover the dish completely with a single layer of frozen tater tots.
  7. 7. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  8. 8. Take the casserole out of the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese and remaining pepperoni over the top. Bake for 5 more minutes.
  9. 9. Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before serving.