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Tater Tot Casserole with Beef and Lentils

Hearty Tater Tot Casserole with Beef and Lentils Delight

This Tater Tot Casserole with Beef and Lentils combines healthy ingredients for a nourishing family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil Substitute with olive oil if needed
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can be replaced with shallots
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Choose 90/10 or 93/7 lean options
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Preferably cremini or white
  • 1 quarter cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken or Beef Broth Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 can Canned Cooked Lentils Or cooked lentils from scratch
  • 2 cups Frozen Mixed Vegetables Fresh veggies can be used
  • 1 cup Frozen Cauliflower Rice Alternatively, use more mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use dairy-free cheese for lactose-free option
  • 24 ounces Frozen Tater Tots or Crispy Crowns Use sweet potato tater tots for healthier option

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Heat 1 teaspoon of avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking it apart until evenly browned.
  4. Transfer the beef and onion mixture to the baking dish, creating an even layer.
  5. In the skillet, add another 2 teaspoons of avocado oil and mushrooms, cooking for 2-4 minutes until softened.
  6. Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir for about a minute. Gradually whisk in the broth and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Season the sauce with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper, then pour over the beef mixture.
  8. Fold in lentils, mixed vegetables, cauliflower rice, and half of the cheddar cheese, mixing until distributed.
  9. Spread the mixture in the baking dish and layer frozen tater tots on top, pressing gently, then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  10. Bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow casserole to rest for a few minutes after baking before serving.

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