Cheeseburger Casserole (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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1 lb. ground beef.
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2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce.
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10.5 oz. cheddar cheese condensed soup.
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8 oz. sour cream.
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¾ cup bacon, cooked and chopped.
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½ cup milk.
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
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32 oz. frozen tater tots (keep frozen).
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1 tsp. garlic powder.
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1 tsp. salt.
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½ tsp. black pepper.
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
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In a large skillet, add uncooked ground beef and cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until the beef is browned. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
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Season the cooked beef with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Add the cheddar cheese condensed soup, sour cream, cooked bacon, and milk to the beef. Mix all ingredients together in the skillet until the beef is well coated.
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Pour the beef mixture into the prepared 9x13-inch baking pan.
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Add the frozen tater tots and shredded cheddar cheese to the beef mixture. Use a spatula to mix well until the tater tots are evenly coated.
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Spread the mixture evenly in the pan to ensure even baking. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are bubbling.
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Serve the casserole hot for the best flavor.
Notes:
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This casserole is a comfort food classic, combining the flavors of a cheeseburger with the crispy texture of tater tots.
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For a lighter version, you can substitute ground turkey for the beef.
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Adding some chopped onions to the beef while cooking can enhance the flavor.