Simple Hamburger Casserole (For Picky Eaters and Kids)

A yummy but simple ground beef and tater tot casserole...Can be put together earlier and refrigirated until ready to bake.

• Ready In: 1 hr 25 mins
• Serves: 6-8
• Yields: 1 casserole

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs lean ground beef
• 1⁄4 cup onion, minced (optional)
• 2 (10 3/4ounce) cans  condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 (28 ounce) package  frozen tater tots
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly spray a 9 x 13 pan.
2. Crumble ground beef evenly over the bottom of the pan.
3. Sprinkle the minced onion over the ground beef (if using-adds good flavor).
4. Next sprinkle the salt and pepper.
5. Gently spread the cream of mushroom soup using a spatula or back of a spoon evenly over the top.
6. Arange the tater tots on top (neatly makes for a better looking and more evenly baked casserole).
7. Put in oven uncovered and bake for75-85 minutes.
8. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.
9. Tastes pretty good with a squirt of ketchup on top!