Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole The ultimate comfort food mashup! This Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole combines tangy, saucy ground beef with melty cheese and crispy golden tater tots. It’s a hearty, family-friendly dinner that’s easy to make and guaranteed to please both kids and adults alike. Perfect for weeknights or potlucks!
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef (85% lean)1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for a little kick)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
Instructions:
Preheat oven
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook the beef Mixture
a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and bell pepper until the beef is browned and the vegetables are tender. Drain any excess grease.Stir in garlic, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Assemble the casserole
Spread the sloppy joe beef mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.BakePlace the casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until the tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
Finish with cheese
Remove from the oven, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese over the tots, and return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese melts.
Serve
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.✨ Warm, cheesy, saucy, and crispy — this dish is pure comfort in every bite!