Creamy Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

• Tater Tots (frozen hash brown potatoes): 400g
• Ground beef: 300g
• Cream of mushroom soup: 1 can (10 oz)
• Cheddar cheese: 1 cup, shredded
• Green bell peppers: 1, diced
• Onion: 1, chopped
• Salt and pepper: To taste
• Butter: 3 tbsp
• Chicken broth: 1 cup

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef until no longer red and drain the excess fat.
3. Add the diced green bell peppers and chopped onions to the ground beef and cook until softened.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef mixture, Tater Tots, cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese, and chicken broth. Mix well.
5. Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and dot with butter.
6. Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approx. 500 calories per serving (based on an 8-person serving size)
• Fat: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• A comforting dish with a creamy, rich flavor.
• Tater Tots provide a crispy texture against the creamy filling.
• Ground beef and cheese add a savory and rich taste that Americans often enjoy.

User Comments:

• "This dish was so delicious! The Tater Tots were a great addition, giving the casserole a unique texture."
• "The flavor was rich and creamy, just like I expected from a five-star hotel chef."
• "My family loved this dish. It was a hit at our dinner party."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to cook the ground beef until no longer red to ensure safety.
• Drain excess fat from the ground beef to reduce the overall fat content of the dish.
• If desired, you can add other toppings such as chopped olives or bacon bits for additional flavor and texture.