Big Mac Casserole

This Bic Mac Casserole is an easy way to get the classic flavors of your favorite burger in a delicious meal. It's on the table with minimal effort too! The hearty casserole is made with ground beef, tater tots, cheese and burger sauce. It's a family favorite that will have everyone asking for seconds!

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• Ingredients
• Instructions 
• Equipment
• FAQ's
• Top Tip
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• Variations
• Storage
• Related recipes
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Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️ We loved substituting tater tots for regular potatoes. The BEST ever! Plus it makes it a kid-friendly meal as well.

✔️ With all the McDonalds flavors you can skip the drive-thru. This is an affordable and quick enough for a weeknight meal.

✔️ Finished with your favorite burger toppings and creamy big mac sauce, it's the perfect comfort food dish !

Ingredients

For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

• olive oil
• yellow onion
• ground chuck
• onion powder, garlic powder
• salt and black pepper
• burger sauce - no burger sauce? Substitute Thousand Island Dressing.
• Dill relish or diced dill pickles
• cheddar cheese - you can also use colby jack cheese.
• tater tots

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

1. Preheat the oven, prepare baking dish, set aside.
2. In a large skillet, add the oil and add the diced onion. Cook until the onions are soft.
3. Next, add the ground beef. Cook until the meat is browned, add the seasonings.
4. Drain the majority of the fat from the pan.
5. Add the burger sauce and the dill relish (or diced pickles). Mix to combine.
6. Then sprinkle in ¼ cup of shredded cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted.
7. Spoon the ground beef mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
8. Top with the remaining cheese.
9. Finish by adding the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top.
10. Bake in a preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown.
11. Cool for a few minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Equipment

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FAQ's

Deb's tips

I like to use freshly shredded cheese instead of the pre-shredded stuff because I find that a block of cheese that's been shredded melts better. You can use any type of cheese that melts well, however I recommend that you use a cheese that has some flavor instead of a cheese like mozzarella.

If you want extra crispy tater tots on the top, you can bake them slightly first. However, if you leave the casserole in the oven for the full cooking time you should have tater tots with a crispy tots.

Garnish the casserole with shredded iceberg lettuce, sesame seeds, and chopped dill pickles if desired. Add them to individual servings and not to the top of the casserole. That way if you

To make a keto big mac casserole leave the tater tots off the top, you could add cauliflower rice instead or just leave them out all together.

If you are using lean ground beef, you may not have any excess grease to drain. If you are beef is sticking, add a small amount of oil to skillet to prevent it from sticking. Ground turkey or chicken is an option, but hey... this is a Big Mac Casserole!

If you are using relish instead of pickles, make sure that you use dill pickle relish instead of sweet pickle relish.

Variations

• If you don't care for tater tots, you can use any type of potato that roasts well in an oven. You could also try using hash browns or frozen French fries.
• For a spicier version, add ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the ground beef mixture.
• You can also switch up the cheese or use a combination of cheeses. Some good combinations include cheddar and monterey jack, or colby jack and american cheese.
• I like to use yellow onions in casseroles like these, but you could also use a sweet onion instead.

Storage

Refrigerate - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezer - You can freeze this casserole for up to 3 months in an airtight container. To defrost, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Reheating - You can either reheat individual portions in the microwave, or you can reheat the entire casserole in a 350°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes.

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Serve with

• I love to serve this big mac tater tot casserole with a fresh green salad like this Outback Wedge Salad.
• If you love pairing a hearty casserole like this big mac casserole recipe with a healthy yet tasty side dish, try these Steamed Brussel Sprouts.
• My family loves when I end a filling and hearty meal like one with a light sweet treat like this Butterscotch Pudding Dessert.

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Guys, this recipe is dynamite! It's just like your favorite takeout. It will be a hit with your entire family. We loved it! Having said that, I want to hear what you have to say. Please leave a comment below with your two cents!