Tater Tot Topped Sloppy Joe Casserole
A hearty comfort casserole with rich sloppy joe meat sauce, crispy tater tots, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners with bold, tangy flavors and satisfying textures.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 cans Manwich Original Sloppy Joe Sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag frozen tater tots (32 ounces)
- 1 jar Salsa Con Queso (optional, in no-alcohol version)
- Non-stick cooking spray or butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink
- Spread 1/2 can of Manwich Sauce in the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish
- Layer browned beef over the sauce, spreading evenly
- Add 1/2 can of Manwich Sauce to the beef layer and mix gently
- Top with frozen tater tots in an even layer
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots
- Drizzle with 1/2 jar of Salsa Con Queso (if using)
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until tater tots are golden and cheese is bubbly
Notes
Verify Salsa Con Queso is alcohol-free if strict no-alcohol requirements apply
Use a halal-certified cheese if needed
For extra flavor, add garlic powder or cumin to the beef
Let rest 5 minutes before serving to prevent crumbling
Use a halal-certified cheese if needed
For extra flavor, add garlic powder or cumin to the beef
Let rest 5 minutes before serving to prevent crumbling