Easy Sloppy Joe Tater Tot (Printer-Friendly)
Savory beef combined with crispy tater tots baked until golden for a satisfying family meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat
01 -
2 pounds ground beef
→ Sauce
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1 can (15 oz) Manwich Sloppy Joe Sauce
→ Cheese
03 -
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
→ Frozen Foods
04 -
1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
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Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
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Add the Sloppy Joe sauce to the cooked beef and stir to combine. Mix in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly.
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Transfer the beef mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
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Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until tater tots are golden brown and cooked through.
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For extra crispy tater tots, broil for 3-4 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
Use lean ground beef or ground turkey to reduce fat content if desired.
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If preferred, homemade Sloppy Joe sauce may be substituted for the canned variety.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated and consume within 3 days.