Description
A hearty and comforting casserole combining seasoned ground beef, mixed vegetables, and crispy tater tots, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or lamb for traditional shepherd’s pie)
1 tbsp olive oil
½ cup onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme (or fresh)
1 cup beef broth
2 tbsp flour (or cornstarch for gluten–free)
3 cups frozen tater tots
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Meat Filling: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef (or lamb) and cook until browned; drain excess grease. Stir in diced onions and minced garlic; cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add frozen mixed vegetables, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stirring to combine. Pour in beef broth and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
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Assemble the Casserole: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the meat mixture evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture. Arrange tater tots in a single layer on top.
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Bake: Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, until tater tots are golden and crispy. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and smoked paprika over the tater tots. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
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Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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For a gluten-free version, substitute flour with cornstarch.
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Feel free to use fresh vegetables instead of frozen.Greenku Recipes
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For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or additional herbs.Greenku Recipes
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To make ahead, assemble the casserole and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10 minutes to the baking time if starting from cold
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 461 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 781mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 83mg