Super Easy Tator Tot Casserole

This dish brought back some memories. I haven't made this in many years but it's a great old standby and so easy to make. Kids love this casserole and I love the way the tator tots break apart when this cooks and are so moist. This is another one of those dishes where you can substitute just about any vegetable you want.

TATOR TOT CASSEROLE

1 lb. lean ground beef or turkey
1 pkg tator tots; thawed
1 can peas
1 cup low fat or fat free sour cream
1 can Healthy Request cream of mushroom soup
1 1/2 cups low fat cheddar cheese; shredded - divided
1/2 cup diced onions
Pepper and garlic powder to season
red pepper flakes (optional)

Preheat oven to 375°F

In a large skillet cook ground meat and onions. Add seasonings. Drain and put aside. In a large bowl mix together tator tots, peas, 1 cup of the cheese and the soup. Add the meat and onions. Mix thoroughly and pour into 3 qt. greased casserole dish. Bake at 375 for 40 min. Remove from oven and sprinkle 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese on top and let melt.