Ryan Brown DVM
@ryanbr
Tater Tot Fiesta Casserole
A delicious and hearty casserole featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy soups, and crispy Tater Tots, topped with melted Mexican cheese. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings!
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:9
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Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time45 min.
- Total time65 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- as needed
- 1 pound
- 1/2 cup
- 1 (1 ounce) package, divided
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can
- 1 (32 ounce) package
- 1 1/2 cups
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Tater Tot Fiesta Casserole.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350Ā°F (175Ā°C) and lightly spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray to ensure nothing sticks.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add some ground beef along with chopped green onions.
Step 3
Sprinkle in half of your taco seasoning and cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is beautifully browned and no longer pinkāthis should take about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Donāt forget to drain any excess grease to keep your dish nice and light.
Step 5
Next, grab a saucepan and combine the remaining taco seasoning with tomato soup, nacho cheese soup, and a splash of milk.
Step 6
Heat this delightful mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it just starts to bubble.
Step 7
This creamy concoction will add a rich flavor to your casserole.
Step 8
Now, letās build the base of our dish! Spread the frozen Tater Tots evenly across the bottom of your prepared casserole dish.
Step 9
Pop them into the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, just until they begin to crisp up and turn golden brown.
Step 10
Once the Tater Tots are ready, take the casserole out of the oven and spoon the cooked ground beef mixture over the top.
Step 11
Then, pour that deliciously heated soup mixture evenly over everything, ensuring every bite will be packed with flavor.
Step 12
Return the casserole to the oven and let it bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until you see the soup mixture bubbling with excitement.
Step 13
To finish off this mouthwatering dish, sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Mexican cheese blend over the top and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly, creating a golden, cheesy crust thatās simply irresistible.
Step 14
And there you have itāa hearty, comforting casserole thatās perfect for any occasion! Enjoy every cheesy, flavorful bite!.