Tater Tot Casserole Made With My GoTo Comfort Hotdish

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
• 1 pound ground beef (450g), 80/20 blend recommended for flavor
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (approx. 1 cup) (150g)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (approx. 1 cup) (150g)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5ml)
• 1 teaspoon onion powder (5ml)
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (2.5ml)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (2.5ml)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup (300g)
• 1/2 cup milk (120 ml) – 2% or whole milk is best for creaminess
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (100g), divided
• 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen Tater Tots (900g)