Beef and Lentil Tater Tot Casserole

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Mist a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add one teaspoon of oil and onions. Sauté for 2 minutes then add the ground beef. Break into small pieces as it cooks through, about 8-10 minutes.
3. Drain the cooked onion-ground beef mixture, if needed, and transfer it to the prepared baking dish.
4. To the same skillet, add the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and the tofu. Cook over medium heat for 2-4 minutes. Add the flour, stirring to evenly coat the tofu. Slowly add the broth one cup at a time, stirring constantly to avoid flour lumps. Simmer for 3-5 minutes or until thickened. Add the salt, garlic and onion powders, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Pour the tofu mixture into the baking dish over the ground beef mixture. Add the cooked lentils, frozen mixed vegetables, frozen cauliflower rice, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Stir well.
6. Stir and spread the mixture out evenly in the baking dish.
7. Layer the tater tots over top of it in an even layer and press down very lightly. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded cheese on top.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly and the tater tots are golden brown on top.
9. Remove from the oven, let cool for 5 minutes before serving.