Family-Friendly Comfort Food (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Beef Mixture
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1 lb lean ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey)
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1 cup diced yellow onions
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12 oz canned corn (not drained)
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½ cup water
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0.87 oz beef gravy mix
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp pepper
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½ tbsp onion powder
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½ tbsp garlic powder
→ For the Mashed Potatoes
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1 ½ cups water
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2 tbsp margarine (or butter)
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4 oz instant mashed potato mix
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½ cup milk
→ For the Topping
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28 oz frozen tater tots
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2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add a dab of margarine or butter.
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Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once the beef starts browning, add the diced onions. Stir and continue cooking until the onions are soft and the beef is fully cooked.
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Pour the canned corn (with liquid) into the pan. Stir well. Add ½ cup water, beef gravy mix, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir until well combined.
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Transfer the beef mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
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In a saucepan, bring 1 ½ cups water and 2 tbsp margarine to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the instant mashed potato mix and ½ cup milk. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until creamy.
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Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the beef mixture in the baking dish.
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Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the mashed potatoes.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
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Remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 4-6 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
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Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
# Notes:
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Swap out the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
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Add peas, carrots, or green beans for more nutrition.
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Assemble in advance and refrigerate before baking. Just add 5 extra minutes to the baking time.
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Try using Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, or even Pepper Jack for extra flavor.