★Ingredients
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb (450g) ground beef
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella for extra cheesiness)
1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: fresh thyme for garnish
★Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until fully browned. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine with Soup: Drain any excess fat from the beef mixture. Stir in the condensed cream of mushroom soup until well combined.
Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the beef mixture to a greased casserole dish. Spread it evenly across the bottom.
Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the beef mixture.
Layer Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the top.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
Serve: Garnish with fresh thyme (optional) and serve hot.
Enjoy!