Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole
Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole combines two of your childhood favorites into one amazing and delicious meal that's simple to make.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef lean
- 1 small yellow onion diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 14.5-ounce can (1 400-gram can) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (235 grams) ketchup
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ cups corn frozen or drained from a can
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 32 ounce bag (900 grams) frozen tater tots
- 1 cup (120 grams) shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 1 cup (120 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C and grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Heat a skillet over medium high heat, and cook the beef with onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Crumble the beef as you cook it, and cook until cooked through (6-7 minutes). Drain fat.
- Add diced tomatoes, ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and corn. Cook together for 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, taste the sauce and adjust seasonings to your preference.
- Transfer the sloppy joe mixture to the prepared 9x13 baking dish, then sprinkle with half of the cheddar and colby cheese. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the tater tots are crispy. Sprinkle the remaining colby and cheddar cheese on top, and place under the broiler for a few minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- When choosing ground beef, I look for anywhere from 80-90% lean. There are recipes that require a bit more flavor from the beef itself, but I find lean works. Extra-lean is a bit too much.
- It’s important to dice all your veggies to an even size. Not only will they cook evenly, but it also makes for a more pleasing bite when not one thing is overpowering another.
- For a sauce with a bit less refined sugar, use maple syrup instead of brown sugar.
- If you like a little added heat to your Sloppy Joes, feel free to sprinkle in a bit of chipotle or chili powder, or a splash of hot sauce.
- I love the combination of Colby Jack and Cheddar, but feel free to switch it up to your favorites. You can also just use more of one or the other or omit one completely.
- To Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave, or in the oven if you'd like the tater tots to get crispy again.
- To Make Ahead: Cook the sloppy joe meat mixture and add it to the pan. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you're almost ready to eat, add frozen tater tots and bake as directed. Add an additional 5-10 minutes to the baking time if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 674kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 1251mg | Potassium: 2092mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 1853IU | Vitamin C: 100mg | Calcium: 482mg | Iron: 9mg
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