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Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe

This slow cooker tater tot casserole combines savory ground beef, creamy soups, melted cheese, and crispy tater tots for the ultimate comfort food experience. The slow cooker method ensures perfectly cooked layers that meld together beautifully over several hours of gentle cooking, making it perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess grease. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Transfer this mixture to the bottom of your slow cooker, spreading it evenly.
  2. Sprinkle the frozen peas and carrots evenly over the meat layer.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and milk until smooth. Pour this mixture over the vegetables, spreading gently with a spatula to cover the surface.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the sauce layer.
  5. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese over the tater tots.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours. The casserole is ready when the edges are bubbling and the tater tots are golden and crispy on top.

Notes

Don't skip browning the meat for flavor depth. Use quality tater tots for crispier results. Customize vegetables as desired. For extra crispiness, turn slow cooker to high for last 30 minutes. Can be assembled ahead up to 24 hours in advance.