Creating Tater Tot Casserole is straightforward when you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until it’s fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked meat, cream of mushroom soup, shredded cheddar cheese, mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well until fully combined.
4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish.
5. Layer Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots on top of the meat mixture in a single layer.
6. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve Hot: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, you can garnish with chopped green onions.

These steps will guide you through creating a delicious Tater Tot Casserole that everyone will enjoy!