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One-Pan Cheeseburger Tater Tot Pasta

This hearty one-pan dish combines the flavors of cheeseburgers with pasta and tater tots, making it a family favorite that's easy to prepare and clean up.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping
  • 3 cups frozen tater tots
  • ¼ cup ketchup for drizzling
  • ¼ cup mustard for drizzling

Method
 

Cooking the Base
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Drain excess fat, then stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the penne pasta and beef broth to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until pasta is al dente.
  4. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
Adding Tater Tots
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Spread the frozen tater tots evenly over the top of the pasta mixture in the skillet.
  3. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove from oven and drizzle with ketchup and mustard before serving.
  2. Let cool for a few minutes, then serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish by adding your favorite toppings or vegetables. You can also use different types of cheese for added flavor.

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