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White Trash Casserole Recipe

This White Trash Casserole is my go-to comfort food: ground beef, creamy soups, tater tots, and cheddar cheese all baked to perfection. It's easy, cheesy, and downright delicious!

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If you're craving something hearty and comforting, this White Trash Casserole is your answer. It's a simple, no-fuss dish that brings together ground beef, creamy soups, and tater tots into one delicious, cheesy bake. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you just need a little comfort food in your life. Let's dive in and get cooking!

The name of the recipe: White Trash Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

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

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the cooked ground beef, cream of mushroom soup, and cream of chicken soup.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish.
  5. Top with a layer of frozen tater tots.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

What You Will Need

What you will need to make white trash casserole

  • Ground beef: Adds a hearty, savory base, providing protein and rich flavor to the casserole.
  • Cream of mushroom soup: Brings a creamy, earthy taste, enhancing the casserole's texture and depth.
  • Cream of chicken soup: Adds a smooth, savory element, complementing the mushroom soup for a richer flavor.
  • Frozen tater tots: Provides a crispy, golden topping, adding texture and a comforting potato flavor.
  • Shredded cheddar cheese: Melts into a gooey, cheesy layer, adding sharpness and creaminess to the dish.

Tools and Instruments Required

What tools/instruments will be needed to make White Trash Casserole Recipe

  • Skillet: Essential for browning ground beef evenly and draining excess fat.
  • Large bowl: Needed to mix cooked beef with soups, ensuring even distribution.
  • Baking dish: Holds the casserole mixture and tater tots for baking.
  • Oven: Cooks the casserole, melts cheese, and crisps tater tots perfectly.

White Trash Casserole Recipe

A simple, hearty casserole that's easy to make and perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

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

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooked ground beef, cream of mushroom soup, and cream of chicken soup.
  • Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish.
  • Top with a layer of frozen tater tots.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

Feel free to add any extra seasonings or vegetables to the mixture for added flavor.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions

Make Ahead Instructions

  1. Cook ground beef, drain fat.
  2. Mix beef, soups in a bowl.
  3. Spread mixture in baking dish.
  4. Top with tater tots.
  5. Cover with foil, refrigerate up to 24 hours.

Freezing Instructions

  1. Assemble casserole as directed.
  2. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, then foil.
  3. Freeze up to 3 months.
  4. Thaw in fridge overnight before baking.
  5. Bake as directed, adding 10-15 minutes if needed.

Did you know? Adding a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef while cooking can give the White Trash Casserole an extra depth of flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ:
Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef?
Yes, ground turkey works well as a substitute.
Do I need to thaw the tater tots before using them?
No, use them straight from the freezer.
Can I add vegetables to this casserole?
Absolutely, mix in some frozen peas or corn if you like.
How do I store leftovers?
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
Yes, assemble it and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.

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