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Pizza Tot Casserole is a fun, American comfort food that combines the beloved flavors of pizza with the crispy texture of tater tots. This dish is often enjoyed at family gatherings and parties, appealing to both kids and adults alike. Its versatility allows for various toppings and ingredients, making it a popular choice for potlucks and weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • tater tots
  • ground beef
  • pizza sauce
  • mozzarella cheese
  • pepperoni
  • bell peppers
  • onion
  • garlic
  • Italian seasoning
  • black olives
  • Parmesan cheese
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • olive oil
  • fresh basil

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. 3Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4Stir in pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5In a greased baking dish, spread the beef mixture evenly on the bottom.
  6. 6Layer tater tots over the beef mixture in a single layer.
  7. 7Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the tater tots.
  8. 8Add pepperoni slices, chopped bell peppers, and black olives on top of the cheese.
  9. 9Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  10. 10Remove from the oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

mozzarella cheese

Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while still melting well.

ground beef

Healthier: ground turkey

Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be less expensive.

pizza sauce

Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

Cheaper: canned tomato sauce

Homemade sauce can be healthier, and canned is often cheaper.

Parmesan cheese

Healthier: nutritional yeast

Cheaper: grated Pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy, while Pecorino is often less expensive.

Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment

skilletbaking dishovenspatulaknifecutting board
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Also Known As

Tater Tot Pizza CasseroleTater Tot Pizza Bake

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ham, diced
  • 2 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups canned white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  3. 3Stir in the diced ham and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the ham is slightly browned.
  4. 4Add the cubed potatoes, chicken broth, white beans, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
  5. 5Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
  6. 6Let the soup simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  7. 7Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. 8Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Equipment

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

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