Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole
This simple yet flavorful Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole recipe begins with a savory mix of ground beef, onions, and dill pickles, coated in a homemade version of Big Mac sauce. It's then finished with a layer of melted cheddar cheese and crispy tater tots on top.
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Ingredients
- 900 g 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 240 ml 1 cup Thousand Island dressing, divided
- 60 ml ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 240 g 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 240 g 1 cup diced dill pickles
- 9 g 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 9 g 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 6 g 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 g 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 500 g 2 cups shredded triple cheddar cheese blend
- 680 g 24 oz frozen tater tots
- 240 g 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 205°C (400°F).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
- Add 180ml (¾ cup) Thousand Island dressing, mayonnaise, diced onion, diced pickles, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the beef mixture.
- Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the tater tots are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and top with shredded lettuce.
- Drizzle the remaining 60ml (¼ cup) Thousand Island dressing over the lettuce.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1-2 teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Substitute dill relish for the diced pickles if preferred.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving for the sauce to thicken slightly.
Nutrition
Calories: 726kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 50gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 172mgSodium: 1417mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
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