Easy Tater Tot Hotdish Supreme
Oh boy, are you in for a treat today! There are some dishes that just instantly transport you back to happy times – maybe busy weeknights with the family gathered around the table, or cozy potlucks where everyone brought their best comfort food. For me, and I bet for many of you, Tater Tot Hotdish is one of those magical meals.
This isn't just any hotdish; it's my go-to, "Supreme" version. It's incredibly easy to pull together, uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand, and delivers maximum comfort in every single bite. It's the kind of meal that warms you from the inside out and leaves everyone asking for seconds. Trust me, you'll want to add this one to your regular rotation!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- 9x13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 suggested
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 oz
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- salt to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for mixing
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping
- 1 bag frozen tater tots 28 oz
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Step 2: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion, breaking up beef, until fully browned and onion is softened (about 7-10 minutes). Drain off any excess grease.
- Step 3: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 more minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Reduce heat slightly. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Stir until well combined and heated through.
- Step 5: Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese into the meat mixture until melted.
- Step 6: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Step 7: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the meat mixture.
- Step 8: Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until tots are golden brown and crispy and filling is bubbling.
- Step 9: Carefully remove from oven. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
- Step 10: Return to the oven for about 5 more minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Step 11: Let the hotdish rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Drain the meat well after browning to prevent an oily hotdish. Ensure tater tots are golden and crispy before adding the final cheese layer to avoid a soggy topping. Arrange tots in a single layer for maximum crispiness. Letting it rest for a few minutes after baking helps the sauce thicken.
Store cooled leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or a larger portion in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through. Can be frozen for 2-3 months, but tot texture may change.