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Pizza Tot Casserole

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This Pizza Tot Casserole combines the best of two comfort foods: pizza and tater tots! With layers of seasoned ground beef, marinara sauce, melted cheese, and crispy tater tots on top, this dish is an easy, kid-friendly dinner that’s perfect for weeknights. Customize it with your favorite pizza toppings for a unique twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage for more flavor)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or a mix of mozzarella and cheddar)
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • Optional Toppings:
    • 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
    • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
    • 1/2 bell pepper, diced
    • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
    • 1/4 cup mushrooms, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or casserole dish.
  2. Cook the Beef
    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Season and Sauce
    Add the marinara or pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and let it simmer for a couple of minutes.
  4. Assemble the Casserole
    Spread the beef and sauce mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheese over the beef mixture.
  5. Add Tater Tots
    Arrange the tater tots in a single layer over the cheese and beef mixture. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top of the tater tots.
  6. Bake
    Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the tater tots are golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Add Toppings (Optional)
    If desired, add mini pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, or any other pizza toppings over the casserole. Bake for an additional 5 minutes until toppings are heated through.
  8. Serve
    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your pizza-flavored comfort casserole!

Notes

  • You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or Italian sausage for different flavors.
  • For a vegetarian version, skip the meat and add more vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, and olives.
  • Feel free to use your favorite pizza toppings to customize this casserole!

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