Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole

Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole combines all the flavors of everyone's favorite fast-food burger in one hearty casserole.

Course Dinner, Entree

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 45

Servings

Calories 551kcal

1 pound ground beef
½ cup fresh minced onion Minced is very finely chopped and almost hard to see when mixed in with the other ingredients.
1 teaspoon minced garlic The kind that comes in jar.
1 cup Thousand Island dressing
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
4 American cheese slices
16 ounces frozen tater tots Buy 32 oz and use about half the bag.

It's a good idea to read through the ingredients, directions, and notes at least once before you begin making the recipe for a smoother and more successful baking experience.

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. When the meat is almost done, stir in the minced garlic and then use a potato masher to finely crumble the meat. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the Thousand Island dressing, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until the mixture is well coated. Taste test the mixture and add additional seasoning if needed.
Spread the beef mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Add cheese slices evenly over the beef mixture.
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
Bake on the center oven rack for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Once done, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle the chopped dill pickles over the casserole, followed by the shredded lettuce. Drizzle additional Thousand Island dressing over the top. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.