Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Cook the Beef:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Make the Sloppy Joe Mixture:

To the skillet with the beef, add ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes until thickened.

Assemble the Casserole:

Spread the sloppy joe mixture evenly in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.

Arrange the frozen tater tots on top of the cheese, covering the entire surface.

Bake:

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

Serve:

Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. This allows the sloppy joe mixture to set slightly, making it easier to serve.