Tater Tot Shepherd’s Pie—Comfort food doesn’t get easier or more delicious than this! A rich, savory, beef and veggie filling topped with crispy, golden tater tots makes it one of our family favorites. It’s hearty, cheesy, and perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy weekends.
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I’m telling ya, it’s ideal for those cozy fall and winter nights when you want something warm and hearty. I love making it for family dinners, casual get-togethers, or when I just need an easy meal that everyone will devour.
By the way, I know you’re here for the tater tot shepherd’s pie, but if you’re a fool for hearty comfort food, you MUST try our Easy Beef Swedish Meatballs—they’re creamy and so satisfying.
Craving something a little lighter? Check out our Asian Ground Turkey and Broccoli for a quick, flavorful dinner idea!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe…
- Beef Tater Tot Shepherd’s Pie is like a warm blanket on a cold autumn night, but in a dish. I know that may sound corny. But hear me out. You’ll absolutely fall for the juicy, super flavorful beef and veggies topped with golden, crispy tater tots. Seriously, what’s not to love? It’s the kind of meal that just makes you feel good.
- With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, you can throw this together in no time. First, cook the beef, carrot, and peas mixture. Then, layer everything, bake, and boom—dinner’s ready! It’s a reliable family meal that the whole family will gobble up.
- Are you the kind that feeds the neighbor’s kids? Gotcha! This recipe is ideal for potlucks, large family dinners, or even meal prep. It’s hearty, filling, and can easily be doubled or tripled if you’re serving a big group. Leftovers? They taste just as good the next day!
- Not a fan of red meat? Use ground turkey or chicken instead. Trust me, no one will complain. It’ll be plenty favorful. Prefer extra cheese? Go for it. This recipe is super flexible, so you can make it exactly how you like it.
Ingredients
Do you know what we really love about this tater-tot shepherd’s pie? You don’t need anything special to make it really, really, tasty—just a few basic ingredients, like ground beef, veggies, and a bag of tater tots. Let’s break it all down!
Ground beef – We like 88/12 or leaner for this recipe. Avoid the high fat ground beef like hamburger 73/27.
Onion – White or yellow
Garlic Cloves
Flour
Tomato paste
Worcestershire sauce
Beef broth
Dried thyme
Dried parsley
Frozen peas, carrots, and corn
Frozen tater tots
Shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
See the recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Tater Tot Shepherd’s Pie
Now, we’ll walk you through making this tater tot shepherd’s pie step by step—nothing complicated here. Just cook, layer, and bake.
Before you know it, you’ll have a golden, bubbly dish that’s ready to dig into! Let’s get started.
Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the fat, remove the meat from the pan, and set it aside.
In the same pan, cook the onions for 4 minutes until soft. Then add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the meat back and mix with the onion mixture. Sprinkle the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, broth, dried thyme, and parsley. Cook for 10 minutes or until the mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add the frozen peas, carrots, and corn. Stir to combine.
Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Top with shredded cheese, then add the tater tots. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
Bake them for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, sprinkle cheese on top of the zucchini and bake for another 3-5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Storage
Tips for Storing
Let the pie cool completely, then store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F for 15-20 minutes. Perfect for quick lunches or easy dinners!
Tips for Freezing
Freeze in portions or as a whole dish, tightly wrapped, for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through to enjoy again!
FAQ
Yes! Assemble it, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Just bake when you’re ready to enjoy.
Broil the dish for 2-3 minutes after reheating to crisp up the tater tots.
Beef Tater Tot Shepherd’s Pie
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Ground Beef
- 1 Onion Finely Chopped
- 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
- 2 Tbsp Flour
- 2 Tbsp Tomato Paste
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Cup Beef Broth
- 1 Tsp Dried Thyme
- 1 Tsp Dried Parsley
- ⅔ Cup Frozen Peas and Carrots
- ⅓ Cup Frozen Corn
- 2 Cups Tater Tots
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until it's no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the fat, remove the meat from the pan, and set it aside.
- In the same pan, cook the onions for 4 minutes until soft. Then add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the meat back and mix with the onion mixture. Sprinkle the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, broth, thyme, and parsley. Cook for 10 minutes or until the mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the frozen peas, carrots, and corn. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Top with shredded cheese, then add the tater tots. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Allow to cool slightly and enjoy.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-5 days and cover with foil or plastic wrap.
- Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes or until the hotdish is heated through.
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