Tater Tot Pizza Casserole: A Cheesy, Comforting Family Favorite

Meta Description: Craving pizza and tater tots? This Tater Tot Pizza Casserole combines the best of both worlds—easy to make, loaded with flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy & Quick – Just layer, bake, and enjoy!
Kid-Friendly – A guaranteed hit with picky eaters.
Customizable – Add your favorite pizza toppings.
Great for Crowds – Ideal for potlucks or game day.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
½ cup sliced pepperoni

Optional Add-Ins:

Diced onions, bell peppers, mushrooms
Cooked sausage or bacon
Italian seasoning or garlic powder

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brown the ground beef in a skillet, drain excess grease.

2. Layer the Casserole

Beef Base – Spread cooked beef in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Pizza Sauce – Pour evenly over the beef.
Cheese – Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella on top.
Pepperoni – Add a layer of sliced pepperoni.
Tater Tots – Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer, pressing lightly.

3. Bake to Perfection

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
Remove, top with remaining 1 cup cheese, and bake 5-10 more minutes until bubbly.

4. Serve & Enjoy!

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh basil or red pepper flakes (optional).

Tips for the Best Tater Tot Pizza Casserole

✔ Crispy Tots Tip: For extra crunch, broil for 1-2 minutes after baking.
✔ Make-Ahead: Assemble ahead, refrigerate, and bake when ready.
✔ Freezer-Friendly: Freeze before baking, then bake (add 10-15 mins).

Final Thoughts

This Tater Tot Pizza Casserole is the ultimate comfort food mashup—cheesy, hearty, and irresistibly delicious. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a game-day feast, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

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