Savory layers of beef, creamy sauce, cheese, and crispy tots for an easy crowd-pleaser.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
→ Sauces & Dairy
05 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
08 - 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Topping
10 - 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
05 - Add the cream of mushroom soup, whole milk, Worcestershire sauce, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and heat through.
06 - Spread the meat mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
07 - Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef layer.
08 - Place frozen tater tots in a single, even layer on top of the cheese.
09 - Bake uncovered for 35 minutes.
10 - Remove from oven, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over the tater tots, then bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts and tots are golden brown.
11 - Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
