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Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400℉.
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In a large skillet over medium high heat, add the ground beef, diced onions and All Purpose Seasoning. Cook and crumble the beef with a spoon for 6-7 minutes or until the beef is no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat.
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Meanwhile, make the sauce by adding all of the ingredients to a bowl and whisking until combined. Set aside.
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Once the beef is cooked and drained, reserve ⅓ cup of the sauce and set aside. Add the remaining Big Mac Sauce to the pan and stir until combined.
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Transfer the beef mixture to a greased 13×9 baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
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Add the shredded cheese in a single layer on top of the beef.
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Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
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Remove the casserole from the oven and top with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and chopped pickles. Drizzle with the reserved sauce before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown Beef Properly for Maximum Flavor 🍖Break the ground beef into small, uniform pieces and don't stir for the first 3-4 minutes to develop a deep brown crust that creates umami-rich fond for your Big Mac sauce base.
- Make Special Sauce While Beef Cooks 🍔Combine mayo, relish, Dijon mustard, and white vinegar in advance and let sit for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld, creating a more cohesive and balanced sauce than mixing fresh.
- Freeze Tater Tots Before Topping 🧊Keep tater tots in the freezer until the last moment and arrange them directly on the casserole without thawing to prevent them from absorbing excess moisture and becoming soggy.
- Layer Pickles Strategically for Distribution 🥒Dice dill pickle chips finely and distribute them evenly throughout the beef layer rather than adding all to the sauce, ensuring every bite has that signature Big Mac pickle tang.
- Increase Oven Temperature for Crispy Tots ⚡Bake at 425°F instead of standard 350°F for the final 18-20 minutes to achieve golden, crispy tater tots with a creamy interior while the cheese underneath stays melted and bubbly.
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Low Sugar
Low Carb
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