Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole Recipe – the ultimate comfort food! This crowd-pleasing dish features layers of seasoned ground beef bathed in a tangy, flavorful sloppy joe sauce, all topped off with a crispy golden crust of irresistible tater tots and cheese. It’s a harmonious blend of savory and crunchy textures that will leave you craving more. Perfect for cozy family dinners or potluck gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole is guaranteed to be a hit.
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Get ready to dig into the mouthwatering goodness of our Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole. Seasoned ground beef smothered in a tangy, savory sloppy joe sauce, topped with a golden blanket of crispy tater tots and cheese. Each bite is bursting with flavor! It’s comfort food at its best! This casserole is super easy to make and is guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family. So grab a fork, dig in, and prepare to be transported to comfort food heaven! Sloppy Joes never tasted so good!
How to Make Tater Tot Sloppy Joe Casserole
This casserole is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain excess grease. Stir in ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add Velveeta cheese and cook until the cheese has melted. Remove from heat.
Transfer the ground beef mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Top sloppy joe mixture with shredded cheddar cheese. Spread the tater tots over the surface of the meat and cheese. Bake in a preheated oven until bubbly and the tater tots are golden brown. Sprinkle more shredded cheese over the top of the casserole and make an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions
- Substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for lower calories.
- Variations/Additions:
- diced tomatoes
- diced onions
- green bell peppers
- mushrooms
- Can substitute a can of Manwich sloppy joe sauce instead of making a homemade sauce.
- I use sharp cheddar cheese. You can use any cheese that you enjoy. Colby-Jack cheese or a Mexican cheese blend is great.
- Can I Make Sloppy Joe Casserole in advance? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- If using a glass pan, bring the casserole to room temperature before baking.
- Can Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole be frozen? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cool to room temperature. Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- When ready to bake, thaw and bake as directed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
What to Serve with Tater Tot Casserole
This casserole has quickly become one of our favorite easy weeknight meals! When it comes to side dishes to round out the meal, I’ve got you covered. First up are some green beans or broccoli. Their vibrant colors and crisp textures will perfectly balance out the hearty casserole. For a lighter option, a delicious you can’t go wrong with a green salad with homemade dressing. And of course, you can’t go wrong with a side of warm, buttery bread to soak up all those delicious flavors. Add this easy ground beef casserole to your menu the next time you need a meal the whole family will enjoy!
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Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole
Ingredients:
- 2 -lbs lean ground beef
- 1½ cups ketchup
- 6 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tbsp yellow mustard
- 1½ tsp chili powder
- ¾ tsp garlic powder
- ¾ tsp onion powder
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 -oz Velveeta cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 (32-oz) bag tater tots
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef. Drain fat. Stir in ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add Velveeta cheese and cook until melted. Remove from heat.
- Spread meat mixture into pan. Top with 1 cup of shredded cheese. Spread tater tots over the meat and cheese mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top of the casserole and bake an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
Notes:
- Substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for lower calories.
- Variations/Additions:
- diced tomatoes
- diced onions
- green bell peppers
- mushrooms
- Can substitute a can of sloppy joe sauce instead of making a homemade sauce.
- I use sharp cheddar cheese. You can use any cheese that you enjoy. Colby-Jack cheese or a Mexican cheese blend is great.
- Can I Make Sloppy Joe Casserole in advance? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- If using a glass pan, bring the casserole to room temperature before baking.
- Can Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole be frozen? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cool to room temperature. Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- When ready to bake, thaw and bake as directed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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