Description
Taco Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish combining seasoned ground beef, crispy tater tots, black beans, and melted cheddar cheese. Baked to bubbly, golden perfection and topped with fresh green onions and sour cream, this casserole is perfect for a family-friendly meal that comes together quickly.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 32 oz frozen crispy tater tots
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir in the taco seasoning and mix well until the beef is evenly coated.
- Add Black Beans: Mix in the rinsed and drained black beans with the seasoned beef, heating everything through to blend flavors nicely.
- Assemble Base Layer: Spread the beef and bean mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish, then layer the frozen tater tots evenly over the top.
- Add Cheese: Generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots to create a cheesy topping.
- Bake Casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Garnish and Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before garnishing with chopped green onions and dollops of sour cream for a fresh and creamy finish.
Notes
- Make sure to rinse and drain the black beans well to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with a Mexican cheese blend for added flavor.
- For extra heat, add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
