Tater Tot Pizza Casserole
A fun and delicious dish that combines pizza and tater tots, perfect for weeknight dinners and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) pizza sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt & pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
Optional Toppings
- Bell peppers, mushrooms, olives Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or sausage) until browned. Drain excess fat, then add the diced onion and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft.
- Stir in the pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for a few minutes until warmed through.
Assembly
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the meat and sauce mixture evenly at the bottom.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the meat. Add pepperoni slices and any extra toppings like mushrooms or bell peppers.
- Arrange tater tots in a single layer on top and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the tater tots.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the tater tots are golden and crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
Serve hot, cut into squares and pair with a fresh green salad or garlic bread on the side. Store leftovers tightly covered; they stay fresh for up to three days in the fridge or can be frozen for up to a month.