Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat Oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet melt 1 tbsp of butter and sauté diced white onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- To the same pan, add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain off excess moisture if desired.
- Add the frozen peas and carrots to the pan and sauté for another 5 minutes. Set aside.
- In a saucepan add all of the sauce ingredients and cook until bubbly (do not boil).
- Mix the sauce with the cooked ground beef mixture
- In a 9x9 baking dish, layer the mixed ground beef, sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese and top with the veggie tots.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes uncovered until tots are crispy and golden brown.
- Sprinkle the top with the remaining cheese and bake for another 5-8 minutes, until cheese is melted.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition Information (6 Servings):
- 489 Calories
- 20.2g Carbohydrates
- 6.3g Fiber
- 32.5g Fat
- 30.5g Protein
