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Pizza Tot Casserole

Pizza Tot Casserole

Pizza Tot Casserole is a delicious, comforting dish that combines two beloved foods: pizza and tater tots. This casserole brings together crispy tater tots, savory pizza sauce, melted cheese, and your choice of pizza toppings, all baked to perfection. It’s a great dish for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or a fun dinner that appeals to both kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • ½ onion chopped
  • 1 can 15 oz pizza sauce or marinara sauce
  • → Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • → Toppings
  • 1 bag 32 oz frozen tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup pepperoni slices optional
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease or line 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Brown ground meat with onion in large skillet. Drain fat. Add sauce and seasonings, simmer 2-3 minutes.
  3. Spread meat mixture in dish, top with half the mozzarella. Arrange tater tots in single layer on top.
  4. Bake 25-30 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy.
  5. Top with remaining cheese and optional pepperoni. Bake 5 more minutes until cheese melts. Optional: sprinkle with Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  1. Can use ground turkey instead of beef
  2. Marinara sauce can substitute for pizza sauce
  3. Parmesan adds extra flavor