Description
A hearty and delicious Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Bake that combines the classic flavors of Sloppy Joes with crispy tater tots, perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup Sloppy Joe sauce
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion and bell pepper until softened.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the Sloppy Joe sauce and season with salt and pepper.
- In a baking dish, spread the Sloppy Joe mixture evenly.
- Top with frozen tater tots, arranging them in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add additional toppings like diced pickles or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with lentils or a meat alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Sloppy Joe, Tater Tot, Bake, Family Meal, Comfort Food