Easy Pizza Tater Tot Casserole

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If your usual pizza night is starting to feel a little repetitive, here’s an easy way to switch things up.

Think pizza night meets a cozy casserole. It’s something new, but still familiar enough that it works.

It’s layered with seasoned sausage, pizza sauce, melted cheese, and tater tots, then finished with mini pepperoni on top. It feels a little more fun than the usual dinner, and since everything bakes in one dish, there’s way less cleanup after.

It’s a solid option for busy weeknights when everyone is begging for something different.

How to Make This Easy Pizza Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients you’ll need

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 (23.9 oz) jar pizza sauce
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning (plus extra for topping)
• 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
• 1 (30 oz) bag frozen tater tots
• 5 oz mini pepperoni

1. Cook the sausage

In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Once it’s fully cooked, drain any excess grease.

2. Mix the sauce

Stir in the pizza sauce and Italian seasoning, then spread the mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish.

3. Add the first layer of cheese

Sprinkle about 1 cup of the mozzarella over the top of the sauce.

4. Add the tater tots

Arrange the tater tots in an even layer over the cheese.

5. Add the toppings

Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the tater tots, then add the mini pepperoni on top. Finish with a little extra Italian seasoning if you want.

6. Bake

Bake at 375°F for 35–40 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tater tots are golden.