Description
Cheesy Tater Tot Meatloaf Casserole is a comforting and easy family dinner that combines savory meatloaf with crispy tater tots and gooey melted cheese for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf Layer:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 (15 oz) can green beans (drained)
- 1 (16 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- nonstick cooking spray
- chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Mix meatloaf ingredients, press into dish.
- Add Layers: Spread green beans over meat, top with tater tots in a single layer.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through. Add remaining cheese, bake for 5 more minutes.
- Serve: Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- Options: Swap green beans for corn or mixed vegetables.
- Food Safety: Ensure internal temp reaches 160°F with a meat thermometer.
- Variation: Try with ground turkey for a twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
