Sloppy Joe Casserole Recipe
A nostalgic and hearty dish combining the classic flavors of sloppy Joes with the crispy texture of tater tots, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 large Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 large Green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 15 ounces Tomato sauce, no-salt-added
- ¼ cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- ½ teaspoon Granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon Dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- 32 ounces Frozen tater tots Offers a crispy topping that everyone loves.
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large 12-inch oven-safe skillet, brown the ground beef with the onions and bell pepper over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the tomato sauce, ketchup, tomato paste, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, sugar, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the sloppy Joe mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 25 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown on top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and return to the oven to bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm, garnished with finely chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, use ground turkey or chicken, mix different types of cheese, or try sweet potato tater tots.
- Serve with a green salad or coleslaw for added freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
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