Ingredients:
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 (3-ounce) package real bacon bits
2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (32-ounce) package frozen tater tots
1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
2 cups sour cream
Bread and butter pickles, for topping
Directions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a 9 × 13 baking dish by applying a nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
Cook Ground Beef:
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, ensuring that you drain excess oil.
Combine Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned ground beef, real bacon bits, shredded Cheddar cheese, frozen tater tots, condensed cheddar cheese soup, and sour cream. Mix these ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Assemble the Casserole:
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
Bake:
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the casserole becomes bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Serve:
Once the casserole is fully cooked, remove it from the oven. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Top with Pickles:
Serve the bacon cheeseburger tater tot casserole with a generous topping of bread and butter pickles. The pickles add a tangy and refreshing contrast to the richness of the casserole.
Enjoy:
Dive into this delicious and hearty casserole, savoring the flavors of bacon, cheese, and seasoned ground beef. The combination of crispy tater tots and creamy cheese sauce creates a delightful texture.
This Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for family gatherings or potluck dinners. The blend of classic cheeseburger elements with the added twist of tater tots makes it a comforting and satisfying dish.