by MEGHAN SPLAWN
Tater tot casserole is the best hearty meal you aren’t making yet. The Midwestern casserole provides the unbeatable satisfaction of crispy tater tots layered over a creamy, beefy filling studded with sweet and tender vegetables. Here’s how to make it.
Heat the oven and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
STEP 1
Melt the butter in a skillet, add the beef and cook until browned.
STEP 2
Season the beef and add the flour.
STEP 3
Add the vegetables and broth. Then, add milk and remove from the heat.
STEP 4
Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish and smooth into an even layer. Top with the tater tots.
STEP 5
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the tots are browned and the filling is bubbly
STEP 6
Cool the casserole for 15 minutes before topping with scallions or parsley and serving.
STEP 7