Mexican Tater Tot Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of a casserole. Here’s a basic recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 bell pepper, diced
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 packet taco seasoning mix
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 bag (about 32 ounces) frozen tater tots
Preparation:
Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the tater tot package.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add the chopped onions and diced bell pepper to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning mix. Simmer for a few minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the mixture.
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven according to the tater tot package instructions or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, or your favorite toppings, if desired.
This Mexican Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty and satisfying meal that combines the flavors of tacos with the crispy goodness of tater tots. Feel free to customize it with your favorite toppings and ingredients. Enjoy!