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Tater Tot Pizza Casserole

A delightful blend of crispy tater tots and classic pizza flavors, perfect for family meals and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives (optional) Optional ingredient
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the pizza sauce with the cooked meat and vegetables.
Assembly
  1. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread the meat mixture evenly at the bottom.
  2. Top with a generous layer of tater tots, covering the entire surface.
  3. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the tater tots, adding more if you love a cheesy crust.
Baking
  1. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  2. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Customize your toppings to preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.