Tex-Mex Tater Tot Casserole
Summary: A delicious and easy-to-make Tex-Mex Tater Tot Casserole, perfect for family dinners. Loaded with ground meat, cheese, veggies, and topped with crispy tater tots.
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar and Monterey Jack blend
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
- Optional toppings: cilantro sour cream, jalapeños
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground meat with onions and bell peppers. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, and taco seasoning to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish. Top with a layer of cheese, then arrange tater tots on top.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the tots are golden and crispy.
- Switch the oven to broil for the last 3-5 minutes for extra crispy tots.
- Garnish with optional toppings and serve hot.
- Notes: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness, or enjoy the leftovers as a delicious topping for nachos!
Notes
Notes: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness, or enjoy the leftovers as a delicious topping for nachos!