Name: Green Bean Casserole with Tater Tots Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 cups cooked or canned green beans, drained; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional); 1/2 cup French fried onions (plus extra for topping); 3 cups frozen tater tots

Description

This irresistible Green Bean Casserole with Tater Tots is a comforting American side dish perfect for holidays and family dinners. It combines classic creamy green bean casserole flavors with a crispy tater tot topping for added texture and fun. The casserole is easy to prepare, bakes to golden perfection, and can be made ahead, making it a convenient and crowd-pleasing addition to any meal.

Ingredients

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Casserole Base

1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups cooked or canned green beans, drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
1/2 cup French fried onions (plus extra for topping)

Topping

3 cups frozen tater tots

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Instructions

Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Mix Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Add Green Beans and Cheese: Fold in the drained green beans, shredded cheddar cheese if using, and 1/2 cup of French fried onions into the soup mixture. Mix gently to combine evenly.
Assemble Casserole: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the top of the casserole base.
Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy on top.
Add Onion Topping: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining French fried onions evenly over the top. Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the onions are lightly browned and crisp.
Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to set and make portioning easier.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chopped cooked bacon or sautéed mushrooms to the casserole mixture.
Use fresh blanched green beans instead of canned or cooked for a fresher taste and firmer texture.
This casserole can be assembled a day ahead and refrigerated. Bake just before serving to save time on the day of your meal.