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Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

Delicious Mexican Tater Tot Casserole loaded with flavor from beef, beans, and cheese, topped with crispy tater tots.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course main dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13 Baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (85% lean)
  • ½ cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 teaspoons taco seasoning, divided
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
  • 15 ounces black beans (1 can, rinsed and drained)
  • 15 ounces fire roasted corn (1 can, drained)
  • 4 cups Mexican cheese blend, divided (16 ounces)
  • 32 ounces frozen tater tots
  • Garnishes (Chopped black olives, green onions, lettuce, tomatoes, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo) Optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Add the ground beef and onion to a large skillet over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 to 6 minutes until beef is no longer pink and onion is translucent. Drain off any excess grease.
  • Add two teaspoons of taco seasoning and 3 tablespoons of water and stir to combine. Cook until liquid has evaporated, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in the salsa, rinsed and drained beans, drained corn, and another teaspoon of taco seasoning.
  • Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  • Sprinkle 2 ½ cups of the Mexican cheese blend over the top of the beef mixture.
  • Place the frozen tater tots on top of the cheese in a single, even layer.
  • Sprinkle the remaining teaspoon of taco seasoning evenly over the tater tots.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on top and bubbling in the middle.
  • Top with the remaining cheese and broil for 1 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve hot topped with your choice of toppings.

Notes

You can customize the toppings based on your preferences. This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 980mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g
Keyword beef casserole, cheesy casserole, Comfort Food, easy dinner, Mexican Casserole, Tater Tot Casserole
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