PIZZA TATER TOT CASSEROLE

Pizza Tater Tot Casserole image

For a spin on a classic casserole, try this easy version. For a fun twist, just add your family's favorite pizza toppings! -Sharon Skildum, Maple Grove, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium green pepper, chopped, optional
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil
3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper if desired, onion and mushrooms over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Add pizza sauce and basil. , Transfer to a greased 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese and potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 400° until potatoes are lightly browned, 30-35 minutes., Sprinkle with cheddar cheese; bake until cheese is melted, 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Fat 32g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 1081mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 36g protein.