Go Back
CHEESY SLOPPY JOE TATER TOT CASSEROLE

Cheesy Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole

A super easy comfort-food dinner with saucy ground beef, crispy tater tots, and loads of melty cheddar cheese. Perfect for a busy weeknight!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sloppy Joe Mixture
  • 454 g ground beef use lean beef for less grease
  • 1 g small onion, diced adds flavor and texture
  • 1 g green bell pepper, diced adds color and sweetness
  • 1 can tomato sauce choose your preferred brand
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup for a creamy texture
  • 240 ml sloppy joe sauce use your favorite brand
  • 1 packet taco seasoning adds a kick of flavor
Toppings
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots cover the entire dish
  • 200 g shredded cheddar cheese use freshly shredded for best melt
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper to taste
  • 1 g Fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Cook the beef: Brown the ground beef with onion and bell pepper in a large skillet. Drain excess grease.
  2. Make it saucy: Stir in tomato sauce, sloppy joe sauce, cream of mushroom soup, and taco seasoning. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until hot and well combined.
  3. Build the casserole: Spread the beef mixture into a greased baking dish. Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly over the top.
  4. Add cheese: Sprinkle generously with shredded cheddar.
  5. Bake: Bake at 400°F for 30–35 minutes, until the tater tots are crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  6. Finish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley, let it cool for a few minutes, then scoop and serve hot!

Notes

For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños with the bell pepper. This dish is great as leftovers too!