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Delicious Sloppy Joe Casserole in a baking dish, topped with cheese and herbs

Sloppy Joe Casserole

Sloppy Joe Casserole is a comforting dish that combines the classic taste of Sloppy Joes with the fun crunch of tater tots, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 small onion, chopped Yellow or white onion works best.
  • 1 cup ketchup Can substitute with BBQ sauce for a smoky flavor.
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 4 cups tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) A mix of cheeses can add more flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the beef is fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
Assembly
  1. In a greased casserole dish, spread half of the tater tots in an even layer.
  2. Pour the beef mixture over the tater tots.
  3. Layer the remaining tater tots on top.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the tater tots.
Baking
  1. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tater tots are golden brown.
  2. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef mixture. If you like it spicy, add hot sauce or diced jalapeños to the beef mixture. You can prepare the beef mixture ahead of time and layer the casserole to bake just before serving.