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tator tot pizza bake

Tator Tot Pizza Bake: 7 Steps to Comforting Perfection


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Tater Tot Pizza Bake is a comforting dish that combines the flavors of pizza with the crispy texture of tater tots.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs frozen tater tots
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Spread the tater tots evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  4. Layer the cooked ground beef over the tater tots.
  5. Pour the pizza sauce over the beef layer.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously on top.
  7. Add pepperoni, bell peppers, and olives on top of the cheese.
  8. Finally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the entire dish.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  10. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, replace ground beef with sautéed mushrooms and spinach.
  • Experiment with different toppings like jalapeños or pineapple for varied flavors.
  • Serve with fresh basil or a drizzle of balsamic reduction for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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