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Tater Tot Shepherd's Pie

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables peas, carrots, and corn
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 bag 32 ounces frozen tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large skillet, cook ground beef and diced onion over medium-high heat until beef is browned and onion is softened, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle flour over the meat mixture and stir well to combine, cooking for 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring constantly until mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Add frozen mixed vegetables, thyme, salt, and pepper, then stir to combine.
  4. Transfer the beef mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  5. Arrange tater tots in a single layer over the beef mixture, covering it completely.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until tater tots are golden brown and crispy. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and return to oven for 5 minutes until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.