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Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Flexitarian

Description

A hearty and flavorful Mexican Tater Tot Casserole loaded with seasoned beef, black beans, corn, and topped with crispy tater tots and melted cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook the ground beef or turkey in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and salsa. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  4. Spread the meat mixture evenly in a greased casserole dish.
  5. Top with frozen tater tots in a single layer.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  8. Return to oven for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted.
  9. Serve warm, topped with sour cream and green onions.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional ingredients like bell peppers or jalapeños. Make ahead by pre-cooking the filling and refrigerating overnight.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg