A Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole is a delicious and indulgent dish that combines the flavors of a Big Mac hamburger with the comforting elements of a tater tot casserole. Here’s a basic recipe to make this flavorful and satisfying dish:
Ingredients:
For the Casserole:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup diced pickles (dill or sweet, according to your preference)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
For the Special Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onions over medium-high heat until the beef is browned and the onions are soft and translucent. Drain any excess grease from the pan.
- Season the beef mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix all the ingredients for the special sauce: mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, sugar, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir until well combined.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread the cooked beef and onion mixture evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle the diced pickles over the beef mixture.
- Pour the special sauce evenly over the pickles.
- Layer the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the sauce.
- Finally, arrange the frozen tater tots in an even layer on top of the cheese.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and then serve hot.
This Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole is a fun and flavorful twist on traditional tater tot casserole, combining the flavors of a Big Mac in a convenient casserole form. Enjoy!
