Pizza Tot Casserole
Craving a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Pizza Tot Casserole: A Beginner’s Guide to Comfort Food Heaven! This delightful dish combines layers of seasoned ground beef, rich marinara sauce, gooey melted cheese, and crispy tater tots for a mouthwatering experience. Perfect for any weeknight, it requires just 15 minutes of prep time and offers endless customization options. Whether you prefer classic toppings like turkey pepperoni or fresh veggies, this casserole is sure to become a staple in your household. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, it delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort—ideal for beginner cooks and busy families alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until browned; drain excess grease.
- Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; let simmer.
- Layer the beef mixture in the baking dish, sprinkle with half the cheese, then arrange tater tots on top.
- Add remaining cheese over tater tots and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Optional: Add toppings like turkey pepperoni or olives for an additional 5 minutes of baking.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg