💡 2. Chef’s Tips for Success
- Crisp the Tots First: For the ultimate crunch, pre-bake your tater tots for 10 minutes before layering the meat and cheese sauce over them!
- Drain Excess Fat: Drain the ground beef thoroughly after browning so the casserole doesn’t get greasy at the bottom. 🥩
- Add Pasta for Extra Volume: If you’re feeding a bigger crowd, toss in 1–2 cups of cooked corkscrew/rotini pasta into the meat mixture!
