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Tater Tot Taco Casserole

Tater Tot Taco Casserole Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 460
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 cup chunky tomato salsa
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 4 to 5 cups frozen tater tots (one 28 oz bag)
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Optional toppings: cilantro, sour cream, green onions, pickled jalapeños

Method
 

  1. Brown the ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes, then drain. Stir in garlic, taco seasoning, salsa, black beans, and corn. Simmer 5 minutes until thickened slightly.
  2. Heat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pour beef mixture into a 9x13-inch dish, top with cheese, then arrange tater tots in a single layer.
  3. Bake 30 to 35 minutes until tater tots are golden and filling is bubbly.
  4. Rest 5 minutes, then top with cilantro, sour cream, and any other toppings. Serve hot.

Notes

If you’re using a glass dish, the tater tots may need 5 extra minutes to reach deep golden. For the best crisping on day two, reheat leftovers in the oven or a skillet, not the microwave.