Description
This Cheesy Tater Tot Meatloaf Casserole combines the classic flavors of meatloaf with the crispy texture of tater tots and gooey cheese, creating a comforting and flavorful dish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf:
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Topping:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Ketchup or barbecue sauce for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare meatloaf: In a large bowl, mix ground beef, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of cheese. Press mixture into the baking dish.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle remaining cheese over the meatloaf, then arrange tater tots on top.
- Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes until meat is cooked and tater tots are crispy.
- Serve: Drizzle with ketchup or barbecue sauce, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- Serve with a side salad or green beans for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
