Cheeseburger Tator Tot Pie (365 Calories)

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  • kaitimae
    kaitimae Posts: 727 Member
    This sounds awesome! I do have a question, though - are the pickles necessary? I don't know if they are needed as a bottom layer - would it mess things up if I just left them out and used the meat as the bottom layer?

    (I just really don't like pickles, haha.)
  • philssis
    philssis Posts: 28
    I don't think that's enough carbs to kill you and if you really like it, you've made some great choices to make it fit within your plan. My favorite - portion control - you only have 9 tater tots!! You can enjoy the deliciousness that is potato pieces without eating a whole bag. I can do that, you know :laugh:

    Best of luck to you and way to go!
  • Pebble321
    Pebble321 Posts: 6,423 Member
    Well done, that looks like a clever way to get the "cheeseburger and fries" taste with a whole lot less calories.
  • RillSoji
    RillSoji Posts: 376 Member
    This sounds awesome! I do have a question, though - are the pickles necessary? I don't know if they are needed as a bottom layer - would it mess things up if I just left them out and used the meat as the bottom layer?

    (I just really don't like pickles, haha.)

    They are not needed if you don't like them. You won't mess anything up. It just adds an interesting flavor to make it more burger-like. ^_^
  • 1234lbsgone
    1234lbsgone Posts: 296 Member
    It sounds and looks delicious but, by making such casseroles, it does not appear as though you are revising your lifestyle to become heart-healthy at all. That's a pile of carbohydrates you're taking in with that recipe. Not a wise practice.

    Dude, it's like 9 tater tots. I think her heart will be ok.
  • Mtsidad
    Mtsidad Posts: 242 Member
    I don't think pickles are necessary for this dish - do what you want. You're trying to create or, in this case, re-create a taste. Feel free to experiment.

    Me, I couldn't do this. You might as well line the top with cut heroin as to put potatoes on top. Starchy vegetables are my complete downfall (along with fatty meats), so I just don't even tempt myself. There's just not an option for me.

    But it would be unwise, I think, to tell someone else what they should do based upon my own needs.Seriously, the goal is to re-learn how to take care of ourselves, right? The old ways didn't work, so we need to learn new ways.
  • hroush
    hroush Posts: 2,073 Member
    That looks marvelous. One question, what size ramekins as there are actually several.
  • jenbk2
    jenbk2 Posts: 614 Member
    Yum !!! I can't wait to make this for my whole family !!!! Thank you for posting- with pics too !
  • puggleperson
    puggleperson Posts: 740 Member
    It sounds and looks delicious but, by making such casseroles, it does not appear as though you are revising your lifestyle to become heart-healthy at all. That's a pile of carbohydrates you're taking in with that recipe. Not a wise practice.

    It has like six tater tots on the top.. how is that a pile of Carbs? Its mostly protein and I would say that the portion size is what makes a good lifestyle change!

    BTW I AM MAKING THESE TONIGHT!!!!! YUMM!!
  • RillSoji
    RillSoji Posts: 376 Member
    That looks marvelous. One question, what size ramekins as there are actually several.

    Hmm, I'm not really sure but I'm going to say they'd probably hold 1.5 - 2 cups.
  • coakes31
    coakes31 Posts: 32 Member
    Thanks for the great Idea. I love how you use the little ramikens (sp) I think thats a great idea in portion control and less temptation to go back for seconds when made in a 9 x 13 pan...lol Im sure we could do this with many kinds of dishes gives me an Idea for when the family wants tator tot hotdish. Simple dishes like this help me in meal planning when its just me and the kids when hubby is away for travels with work.

    Thanks again!!
  • wildmustng87
    wildmustng87 Posts: 61
    Looks delicious! Time to go to the grocery store!
  • e1lindsay
    e1lindsay Posts: 230
    dude, Tater Tot Casserole is one of my very favorite foods and i have racking my brain trying to figure out a way to make it healthier...i'm going to try this sometime this week!!
  • Mommyof3texans
    Mommyof3texans Posts: 347
    These are in the oven right now! I put the ketchup and mustard in the wrong place lol. My only thoughts so far...the cheese mixture was really hard to layer and wasn't sure if the amount in the recipe was for all four or that was for each one.
  • RillSoji
    RillSoji Posts: 376 Member
    These are in the oven right now! I put the ketchup and mustard in the wrong place lol. My only thoughts so far...the cheese mixture was really hard to layer and wasn't sure if the amount in the recipe was for all four or that was for each one.

    It was for all four. My cheese wedges were at room temperature...that might make a difference in spread-ability.
  • Jellyphant
    Jellyphant Posts: 1,400 Member
    It sounds and looks delicious but, by making such casseroles, it does not appear as though you are revising your lifestyle to become heart-healthy at all. That's a pile of carbohydrates you're taking in with that recipe. Not a wise practice.

    Below is a quote from the awesome LADYHAWK00 who is a moderator on this website and something I think EVERYONE should live by and stop being so judgmental in regards to what everyone else eats.

    OP, I think your dinner looks delicious and that's good that you did individual portions.
    I think it's important to remember that everyone here is at a different stage in the process of getting healthy. When many people start, it's a huge deal just to change one or two things. Maybe they start by trying to meet cal goal and doing a little exercise - and don't worry about exact nutrients just yet. And that's ok. Because if that keeps them from being overwhelmed and quitting, then it IS the right way to do it. Hopefully it will lead to more progress and habits they can stick with.

    Sure, I cringe when I see a diary where someone is at McD's every single day. But maybe that's an improvement for them - maybe they used to go 3 times a day.

    So try to remember, everyone is fighting their own demons, at their own pace. :flowerforyou:

    I absolutely love the quote from Lady Hawk. Another guideline that I've copy/pasted and emailed to myself for future motivation! And as for your recipe, I'm just missing pickles and ground turkey, otherwise I'd be whipping this up tonight. My husband is a cheeseburger FIEND.
  • heboyette
    heboyette Posts: 12 Member
    bump
  • HaleyAlli
    HaleyAlli Posts: 911 Member
    Awesome!! I'm keeping this on my topics!
  • HaleyAlli
    HaleyAlli Posts: 911 Member
    Oops, double post. Sorry!
  • smc1277
    smc1277 Posts: 239 Member
    bump
  • Mommyof3texans
    Mommyof3texans Posts: 347
    These are in the oven right now! I put the ketchup and mustard in the wrong place lol. My only thoughts so far...the cheese mixture was really hard to layer and wasn't sure if the amount in the recipe was for all four or that was for each one.

    It was for all four. My cheese wedges were at room temperature...that might make a difference in spread-ability.

    Room temp probably would have helped, it isn't easy spreading over crumbled turkey burger! I also ended up doubling the cheese so it probably wasn't as healthy but I do have to say...

    It was very delicious! My kids loved it
  • BrickHouse2011
    BrickHouse2011 Posts: 91 Member
    Carbs are good for the body. why are ppl so negative if there is nothing nice to say please do not say anything at all. The onlything that may be considered unhealthy are the tater tots. and they weren't even fried they are baked in the oven. Lifestyle change = everything in moderation. It doe not mean that you have to cut out the foods you love.
  • ktbug82
    ktbug82 Posts: 166
    Bump
  • shallo
    shallo Posts: 353 Member
    These look really good, I bet my son would even eat it. :)
  • otm25
    otm25 Posts: 106 Member
    Bump!
  • Jenn1254
    Jenn1254 Posts: 49 Member
    Bump
  • Jovannyr
    Jovannyr Posts: 108 Member
    BUMP... I know my kids would so love this..! Thanks

    **running to get my missing ingredients**
  • m_lang
    m_lang Posts: 16
    My husband loves tator tots and cheesburgers so here's my healthy-er compromise that I worked up for him this weekend. He loved it! It also freezes and reheats in the microwave very well.

    4 Servings | 365 Calories ea

    4 Ramekins (oven safe)

    8oz Ground Turkey
    1/4 cup Onion, minced
    1 Tbl Garlic, minced
    1/2 can Small Peas, drained/rinsed
    2 Wedges Laughing Cow Light Swiss Cheese
    1/3 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (I didn't use low-fat but you can!)
    12 Hamburger Style Dill Pickle Slices
    2 Tbl Ketchup
    4 tsp Mustard
    36-ish Tator Tots

    Preheat oven to 400° F. Brown the turkey in a pan with garlic and onion. Drain, add peas and set aside. In a small bowl mash together cheese wedges and cheddar. Put a layer of 4 pickle slices in the bottom of each ramekin. Divide the meat/peas into the four ramekins on top of the pickles. Next layer the cheese mix. Next add 1/2 Tbl ketchup and 1 tsp of mustard to each. Top with a layer of tator tots (about 9 each). Sprinkle with salt & pepper if desired. Bake for 20 minutes.

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    Thanks so much for your recipe! I am trying it tonight with a few changes, only because I live in a small town and can't get ground turkey , or the laughing cow cheese!

    I used chopped up tomatoes, and onions and instead of ground turkey cut up turkey bacon. I used shredded cheese over everything (2/3 cup). ANd of course the ketchup and mustard then topped with tater tots. I put this in a 9 x 9 pan and 1/4 of this recipe is only 272 calories, 27 carbs, 15fat(little more than i'd like but ok with that for tater tot casserole : ) , 12 protein. I can't wait to try this tonight!

    Kudos to you for making healthier choices! I have a FUSSY 2 yr old who won't eat anything, and I bought tater tots thinking it's something she would eat. It's not like a person indulges in greasy tater tot casserole every night in the week. It's just a nice change to the weekly menu. I agree with earlier ppl's posts...could be worse a greasy cheese burger and tater tots(deepfried to boot)! Thanks again!!!
  • morkiemama
    morkiemama Posts: 894 Member
    OMG Bump! :D
  • sare_sweetheart
    sare_sweetheart Posts: 59
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