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Ohio Casserole Recipe

This Ohio Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish with ground beef, onions, creamy mushroom soup, cheddar cheese, and crispy tater tots. Perfect for a cozy family dinner.

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Ohio Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef and onion with the cream of mushroom soup. Mix well.
  4. Spread the beef mixture evenly in a baking dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

What You Will Need

What you will need to make Ohio casserole

  • Ground beef: Adds hearty flavor and protein, forming the base of the casserole. Essential for a satisfying, meaty dish.

  • Chopped onion: Provides a sweet, savory depth to the beef mixture. Enhances overall flavor and aroma.

  • Cream of mushroom soup: Creates a creamy, rich texture. Binds ingredients together, adding a comforting, savory note.

  • Shredded cheddar cheese: Melts into a gooey, flavorful layer. Adds sharpness and richness, balancing the dish.

  • Frozen tater tots: Forms a crispy, golden topping. Adds texture and a fun, nostalgic element to the casserole.

Tools and Instruments Required

What tools/instruments will be needed to make Ohio Casserole Recipe

  • Skillet: Essential for browning ground beef and cooking onions until tender.
  • Mixing bowl: Needed to combine the cooked beef, onions, and cream of mushroom soup.
  • Baking dish: Used to layer the beef mixture, cheese, and tater tots for baking.
  • Oven: Required to bake the casserole until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
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Ohio Casserole Recipe

A hearty and comforting casserole perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 cup Chopped Onion
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 bag Frozen Tater Tots

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef and onion with the cream of mushroom soup. Mix well.
  • Spread the beef mixture evenly in a baking dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

Notes:

Feel free to add your favorite vegetables to the beef mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Comfort Food
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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions

Make Ahead Instructions

  1. Cook ground beef and onions, then mix with soup.
  2. Spread mixture in baking dish, top with cheese.
  3. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil.
  4. Store in fridge up to 24 hours.

Freezing Instructions

  1. Assemble casserole as directed, but don't bake.
  2. Wrap dish tightly with plastic wrap, then foil.
  3. Label with date and contents.
  4. Freeze up to 3 months.
  5. Thaw overnight in fridge before baking.
  6. Bake as directed, adding extra 10-15 minutes if needed.

Using frozen tater tots instead of fresh potatoes gives the casserole a unique texture and saves prep time.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ:
Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?
Yes, ground turkey works well as a substitute.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Can I add vegetables to this casserole?
Absolutely, you can add veggies like peas, carrots, or green beans.
Do I need to thaw the tater tots first?
No, use them straight from the freezer.
Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
Yes, assemble it and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

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