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Pizza Tot Casserole: A Beginner's Guide to Comfort Food Heaven

Pizza Tot Casserole: A Beginner’s Guide to Comfort Food Heaven

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Pizza Tot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines the beloved flavors of pizza with crispy tater tots for a satisfying family meal. This dish features layers of seasoned ground beef, savory marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese, all topped with golden-brown tater tots. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also customizable to suit everyone’s tastes. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious casserole ready to bake that will delight both kids and adults alike.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 32 oz frozen tater tots

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Spread the beef mixture evenly in the baking dish and sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.
  5. Layer frozen tater tots over the cheese and top with remaining cheese.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until tater tots are golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approx. 250g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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