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**Cheesy Tater Tot Meatloaf Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food**
This casserole is the perfect blend of nostalgic comfort and easy, satisfying cooking. Let’s dig into the details!
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– **One pan = less cleanup**
– **Kid-friendly** and picky-eater approved
– The **crispy tater tots** add a fun and tasty twist
– Layers of flavor—from seasoned meat to gooey cheese
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**For the meatloaf base:**
– 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/3 cup milk
– 1 egg
– 2 tablespoons ketchup
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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#### 1. **Preheat the oven**
Preheat your oven to **375°F (190°C)**.
2. **Make the meatloaf base**
In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—don’t overwork the meat.