French Onion Tater Casserole (Printable Version)

Crispy tater tots meet rich French onion flavors in this cheesy baked comfort dish.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Base Components

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
02 - 1 large shallot finely chopped or 1 small yellow onion
03 - 1 clove garlic minced
04 - 1/2 pound ground beef

→ Seasonings and Thickener

05 - 1 tablespoon gluten free flour or regular flour
06 - 1/2 teaspoon thyme dried or fresh
07 - Salt to taste
08 - Black pepper to taste

→ Liquids

09 - 1/2 cup dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
10 - 1/2 tablespoon coconut aminos or soy sauce
11 - 1/4 cup beef broth gluten free if needed

→ Topping

12 - 1 to 1.5 cups shredded Gruyère cheese or to taste
13 - Frozen tater tots enough to cover the top

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit 220 degrees Celsius.
02 - Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped shallot and sauté for 5 to 8 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
03 - Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
04 - Stir in flour to coat the beef mixture evenly. Pour in white wine and coconut aminos, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes. Add beef broth and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
05 - Transfer the beef mixture to a small baking dish. Spread shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the surface. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top.
06 - Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
07 - For additional cheesiness, sprinkle more Gruyère on top during the final 5 minutes of baking.
08 - Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving warm.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Yellow onion may be used in place of shallot, and soy sauce may substitute coconut aminos.
02 - Any shredded cheese blend may be used if Gruyère is unavailable.
03 - Quantities can be adjusted based on serving needs.
04 - Cooking time may vary depending on pan size and tater tot volume.

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