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Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole: Comfort Food with a Crispy Twist


  • Author: isabil
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Enjoy Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole—crispy tots, savory beef filling, and melted cheese create the ultimate comfort-food classic!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:
    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Cook Beef Mixture:
    In a skillet, brown ground beef with onion and garlic. Drain excess fat.

  3. Prepare Filling:
    Add mixed vegetables, mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer until combined and slightly thickened.

  4. Assemble Casserole:
    Transfer beef mixture to a greased casserole dish, top evenly with cheddar cheese, then arrange tater tots neatly on top.

  5. Bake:
    Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until tots are golden and crispy.

  6. Serve:
    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

  • Prep Time: 15minutes
  • Cook Time: 30minutes