I made this for a party, and people couldn’t stop chatting about it.
This Cheesy Tater Tot and Sausage Bake is the ultimate comfort food for a busy weeknight. It’s a satisfying one-pan casserole featuring a savory ground sausage and onion mixture, a creamy cheese sauce, and a crispy, golden-brown tater tot topping. This simple and hearty bake is sure to be a new family favorite.
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Cheesy Tater Tot and Sausage Bake
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Ground sausage | 1 pound |
| Small onion, diced | 1 |
| Shredded Cheddar cheese | 2 cups |
| Cream of mushroom soup | 1 can (10.5 oz) |
| Milk | ½ cup |
| Garlic powder | ½ teaspoon |
| Black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Frozen tater tots | 1 bag (32 oz) |
How To Make Cheesy Tater Tot and Sausage Bake:
- Prep Oven & Cook Sausage: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, cook the sausage and diced onion over medium heat until the sausage is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.
- Make the Casserole Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage and onion mixture with shredded Cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the sausage mixture evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the sausage mixture.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
