CHEESY BACON CHEESEBURGER TATER TOT CASSEROLE

Here’s a recipe for Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole that’s super tasty and easy to make!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 ½ cups cooked bacon, crumbled (about 6-8 slices)
• 1 package (32 oz) frozen tater tots
• 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped green onions (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook Ground Beef:
   In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the diced onion and cook until softened (about 4-5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
3. Make the Creamy Mixture:
   In a bowl, mix the cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth. Stir in the ranch seasoning (if using) and half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Add the cooked ground beef mixture to the bowl and mix until everything is well combined.
4. Layer the Casserole:
   Spread the creamy beef mixture evenly at the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with the frozen tater tots, arranging them in an even layer.
5. Bake:
   Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the tater tots are golden and crispy on top.
6. Add the Cheese and Bacon:
   Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top, followed by the crumbled bacon.
7. Final Bake:
   Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve:
   Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.

Enjoy your cheesy, bacon-y, delicious casserole! It’s a crowd-pleaser for sure!