Description
Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole combines the comforting flavors of classic shepherd’s pie with a crispy tater tot topping, making it an irresistible dish for family dinners or gatherings. This easy-to-make casserole features ground meat, mixed vegetables, and savory gravy beneath a golden layer of tater tots and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for cozy nights, it’s sure to bring smiles around the table as everyone digs into this hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp instant gravy mix
- 3 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until soft (3-4 minutes).
- Add ground beef or lamb, browning evenly. Mix in frozen vegetables and cook until heated through.
- Stir in beef broth and gravy mix until combined; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Transfer the meat mixture to a greased baking dish and layer tater tots evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg