Tater Tot Hot Dish II

Ingredients and Weight:

• Tater Tots, frozen: 3 lbs
• Ground beef, 80/20: 1 lb
• Cream of mushroom soup, condensed: 1 can (10.75 oz)
• Cream of celery soup, condensed: 1 can (10.75 oz)
• Milk: 1 cup
• Onion, chopped: 1 medium
• Green pepper, chopped: 1 medium
• Cheddar cheese, shredded: 1 1/2 cups
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the onion and green pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the soup, milk, salt, and pepper and stir until well mixed.
5. Stir the soup mixture into the ground beef and vegetables. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Spread a layer of Tater Tots in an 8x11-inch baking dish. Top with the ground beef mixture and then another layer of Tater Tots.
7. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the Tater Tots are golden and crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

1 serving (1/8 of the recipe) contains:

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fat: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Comforting and hearty
• Cheesy and flavorful
• Perfect for a crowd
• Easy to make
• Budget-friendly

User Comments:

• "This is the best Tater Tot Hot Dish I've ever had!"
• "I loved the crispy Tater Tots and the flavorful ground beef."
• "This is such an easy and delicious dish to make."
• "I served this to my family and they all loved it."
• "This is a great dish to serve on a cold winter day."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use frozen Tater Tots. If using fresh, they will get soggy.
• If desired, you can use different vegetables in this dish, such as corn, peas, or carrots.
• You can also add a layer of cooked pasta to this dish for added bulk.
• Be careful not to overcook the Tater Tots, or they will become dry and crumbly.