(in our home, this is called "Jimmy Casserole" because my son says it's his favorite!)
Browned ground beef, crumbled, and drained well
Frozen mixed veggies
Cream of whatever soup, undiluted
Frozen Tater Tots
Spray a baking dish with no-stick spray. I buy the half-size, foil steam table dishes at the warehouse store. They go straight into the freezer, and when you are done, they go into the recycle trash. Those pans are also good for lasagne and a bunch of other casseroles, too!
Meanwhile, back at the ranch...
Spray the baking dish, and dump in the hamburger, soup, and mixed vegetables. You can change the ingredients to accommodate your guest list, your pocketbook, and your pantry. If the soup needs stretching, add a little milk.
Now, take those Tater Tots and line them up on top of the casserole mixture. If you are a "Type A" personality like I am, you make them march like little soldiers, all in formation. If you are "Type B," then just dump the Tots on top, making sure they are in a single layer.
Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes, or until all ingredients are heated through and top has browned a bit.
IF you have any leftovers (HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!), they freeze nicely for lunch the following day.
Peace,
~VOW