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Pizza Tater Tot Casserole

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A hearty pizza-inspired casserole layered with seasoned meat, rich tomato sauce, melted cheese, and topped with crispy golden tater tots for a comforting and family-friendly meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 halal beef sausages, casings removed
  • 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups pizza sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 bag (about 32 oz) frozen tater tots

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and lightly grease a large baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and halal sausage until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add pizza sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Spread meat mixture evenly into the baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the meat layer.
  7. Add olives, mushrooms, and bell peppers evenly.
  8. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  9. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer over the top.
  10. Bake for 30–35 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Drain excess fat from meat to prevent a greasy casserole.
  • Do not overcrowd tater tots to ensure crispiness.
  • Add pepperoni or jalapeños for extra flavor.
  • Use a blend of cheeses for a richer taste.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in oven for best texture.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw before reheating.
  • Can be made vegetarian with plant-based meat or extra veggies.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Find it online: https://mealshine.com/pizza-tater-tot-casserole/