Green Bean Tater Tot Casserole: Two Classic Casseroles in One

What happens when two classic comfort-food favorites come together? You get the ultimate casserole mashup! This Green Bean Tater Tot Casserole combines everything you love about traditional green bean casserole with the crispy, golden goodness of tater tot casserole. Tender green beans and creamy, savory sauce are topped with a generous layer of crunchy tater tots, creating a cozy, hearty dish that’s easy to make and seriously delicious.

It’s the best of both casseroles in one bubbly, golden dish—and it’s just as perfect for a busy weeknight dinner as it is for a holiday table or family gathering.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) green beans, drained
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1-pound bag frozen tater tots

DIRECTIONS
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Lightly grease an 8- or 9-inch baking dish. Set aside.
  3. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Add the onions to the skillet and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, until translucent.
  5. Add the cream of mushroom soup and green beans. Stir until well combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Arrange the tater tots over the top, covering the entire surface.
  8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the tater tots are beginning to brown.
  9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the tater tots. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
MAKE-AHEAD NOTE:
This casserole can be assembled the day before and refrigerated overnight. Cover tightly and refrigerate. When ready to bake, remove from the refrigerator and bake according to the recipe directions. You may need to add a few extra minutes of baking time since the casserole will be cold.

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Green Bean Tater Tot Casserole


Yield 6-8 Servings









INGREDIENTS

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) green beans, drained
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1-pound bag frozen tater tots

DIRECTIONS

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
    2. Lightly grease an 8- or 9-inch baking dish. Set aside.
    3. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.
    4. Add the onions to the skillet and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, until translucent.
    5. Add the cream of mushroom soup and green beans. Stir until well combined.
    6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
    7. Arrange the tater tots over the top, covering the entire surface.
    8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the tater tots are beginning to brown.
    9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the tater tots. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  1. MAKE-AHEAD NOTE:
    This casserole can be assembled the day before and refrigerated overnight. Cover tightly and refrigerate. When ready to bake, remove from the refrigerator and bake according to the recipe directions. You may need to add a few extra minutes of baking time since the casserole will be cold.