Tatertot Casserole (No Canned Cream Soups!) Recipe

Name: Tatertot Casserole (No Canned Cream Soups!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Beef; 2- 1/2 cups Frozen Green Beans; 3 Tablespoons Butter; 1 whole Medium Yellow Onion, Chopped; 3 Tablespoons Flour; 1 cup Beef Broth; 3/4 cups Milk; ⅛ teaspoons Dried Thyme; ⅛ teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/4 cups Parmesan Cheese (Optional); 1 pound Frozen Tater Tots (half Of A 32 Oz. Bag)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray an 8x8 baking dish with nonstick spray (or you can use a deep-dish 9 pie pan).
2
Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
3
Once its nicely browned, drain grease and pour beef into the baking dish.
4
Spread the (still frozen) green beans over the ground beef in the baking dish and set aside.
5
Melt butter in the skillet you used earlier.
6
Saute onions over medium heat until translucent, about 2 minutes.
7
Stir in flour and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring often.
8
Add broth, milk and spices.
9
Heat to a low boil and cook until thickened, stirring often.
10
Pour sauce over beef and green beans in the baking dish.
11
Top with parmesan cheese (if using) and spread tater tots on top in one even layer.
12
Bake for 20-30 minutes, until tater tots are brown and sauce is bubbling.
13
Let cool 10 minutes before serving.
14
Enjoy!!
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Note: If you like softer green beans, cook them according to package directions before adding them to the casserole.

489

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Ground Beef, 2- 1/2 cups Frozen Green Beans, 3 Tablespoons Butter, 1 whole Medium Yellow Onion, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Tatertot Casserole (No Canned Cream Soups!) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tatertot Casserole (No Canned Cream Soups!)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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