Crispy Tot Pizza (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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A bag (32 oz) of frozen tater tots
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1 pound of ground beef (or use Italian sausage for extra zing)
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2 cups of marinara or pizza sauce
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
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A small onion, finely chopped
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Two cups of shredded mozzarella (or mix in some cheddar)
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Season with salt and pepper as needed
→ Optional Toppings
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1/4 cup of sliced mushrooms
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Diced half of a bell pepper
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1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
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1/2 cup of small pepperoni slices
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1/2 cup of sliced olives (black)
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to heat up to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a casserole or a 9×13 dish.
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Toss the ground beef and onion into a big pan over medium heat. Cook until the meat is browned and the onion's soft (this should take about 5–7 minutes). Drain the grease when done.
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Pour in your marinara or pizza sauce, sprinkle the Italian seasoning, and add some salt and pepper. Stir it all together. Let it simmer briefly.
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Put the beef-sauce mix in the bottom of your dish, leveling it out. Add a cup of shredded cheese over the top.
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Place a layer of tater tots over the cheese and beef. Cover the tots with the other cup of cheese.
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Pop the dish into the heated oven. Bake for around 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the tater tots look golden and crispy.
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If you’re adding items like pepperoni or veggies, sprinkle them on top now. Bake for an extra 5 minutes to warm them up.
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Take your dish out of the oven. Let it sit for a few minutes before digging in. Enjoy the pizza-inspired goodness!
# Notes:
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Swap beef for turkey or use Italian sausage if you'd like.
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To make this vegetarian, skip the meat and throw in extra veggies.
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Add your favorite pizza toppings to make it your own.