Monday, April 22, 2024

Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

This recipe is an easy and hearty meal that your whole family will love.
It’s chock-full of flavor and cheesy goodness!
Ingredients:
1 lb. 85/15 ground beef
1 onion, diced
1 packet taco seasoning mix (1 oz.)
1 can green chiles (4 oz.)
1 can black beans (15 oz.), rinsed and drained
1 bag frozen corn (12 oz.)
1 can red enchilada sauce (10 oz.)
3 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey jack cheese (off the block), divided
1 can sliced black olives
Jalapenos sliced - Optional

Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a skillet, brown the ground beef with the diced onion
Stir in the taco seasoning, green chiles, black beans, and frozen corn
Layer the mixture in a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish
Pour the red enchilada sauce over the top
Sprinkle with sliced olives, and Jalapenos
Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the sauce
Arrange frozen tater tots on top
Bake for about 40 minutes or until the tater tots are golden and crispy
Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the casserole
Serve with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro if desired