Tater Beef Bake

Total Time:Prep: 25 min. Bake: 35 min.

Recipe by Karla Wiederholt, Cuba City, Wisconsin

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Updated on May 03, 2022

I combined two childhood classics—sloppy joes and Tater Tots—to create this home-style dinner that will keep your youngsters coming back for more. —Karla Wiederholt, Cuba City, Wisconsin

Can you freeze Tater Beef Bake?

Cover unbaked casserole and freeze for up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with additional cheese; bake 5-10 minutes longer until cheese is melted. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

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Tater Beef Bake

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Yield:8 servings
Prep:25 min
Cook:35 min
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Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1-1/4 cups water
  • 2 envelopes sloppy joe mix
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 3-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans
  • 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
  • 6 cups frozen Tater Tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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Directions

  1. 1
    In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in water and sloppy joe mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until thickened. Add tomato paste; stir until blended. Add green beans and mushrooms.
  2. 2
    Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with Tater Tots. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.
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