Pizza Tot Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 package (32 oz) frozen tater tots
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2 cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar mix
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A small onion, chopped finely
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1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning mix
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2 cups of pizza sauce or marinara
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1 lb ground beef (or spicy Italian sausage for a kick)
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Salt and black pepper to your liking
→ Optional Toppings
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1/4 cup sliced green onions
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1/4 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced
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1/2 a bell pepper, chopped small
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1/2 cup of mini pepperoni
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1/2 cup of sliced black olives
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a casserole dish (9×13 inches) with some cooking spray or a little oil.
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Cook the ground beef with the chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the meat isn't pink, around 5-7 minutes. Drain off the grease.
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Add your pizza or marinara sauce, the Italian seasoning, and some salt and pepper to the skillet with the beef. Stir it up nicely and let it cook for a few minutes.
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Spread the beef-sauce mixture evenly across the greased dish. On top, scatter 1 cup of shredded cheese across the meat.
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Line the tater tots in a single row over the cheesy meat layer. Toss the other cup of cheese across the tots evenly.
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Put your dish into the oven and bake it for about 25-30 minutes. You'll know it's ready when the tater tots are crispy and golden, and the cheese is bubbling.
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If you'd like, throw on your favorite toppings like olives, peppers, or mini pepperoni. Let it warm up in the oven for another 5 minutes.
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Take it out of the oven and wait a few minutes before digging in. It's casserole time!
# Notes:
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Swap ground beef for turkey or Italian sausage if you prefer.
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Skip the meat completely and load up on veggies for a vegetarian version.
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Go ahead and add your favorite pizza toppings to make this your own.