Cheeseburger and Tots Casserole

A classic cheeseburger and tots all-in-one dish. Inspired more by the idea of a midwestern hotdish than any actual thing, this is a musing mostly to see if it would really work out.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Cook up the tater tots according to minimum package directions until done but not crispy. They will finish at a later step.

Step 2

Brown the ground beef with the diced onions. Add the halved tomatoes for the last two minutes

Step 3

Melt butter in small sauce pan and whisk in flour until a smooth paste. Cook for two minutes. Slowly add milk and whisk until smooth and hot.

Step 4

Add cheese in small amounts and melt into mixture until all cheese is in and a sauce is formed. Reserve a quater cup of cheese for later. Sprinkle and mix mustard powder.

Step 5

Mix hamburger blend and cheese sauce together until very well incorporated. Pour into 9x9 pyrex dish

Step 6

Top first with almost done tots and then with remaining cheese. Broil for 3-5 minutes as is your preference.