Description
This Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly dish that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of Sloppy Joes with the crispy goodness of tater tots. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that’s filling and comforting, topped with melted cheese for the perfect finish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) sloppy joe sauce (like Manwich)
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 package (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the sloppy joe sauce, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spread the sloppy joe mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
- Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top. Return to oven for 5 more minutes until melted.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Customize with additional vegetables like corn or mushrooms.
- Leftovers reheat well and can be frozen for later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
