Ingredients
- 1 LB lean ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 OZ taco seasoning (1 packet)
- 1 cup enchilada sauce, divided
- 1½ cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 1½ cups bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), diced
- 15 OZ canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 16 OZ frozen tater tots
- ⅓ cups salsa
- Optional toppings: sour cream, green onions, cilantro, avocado, jalapeños
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with onion and garlic until no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning, ½ cups water, ⅔ cups enchilada sauce, corn, bell pepper, and black beans. Cook about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Transfer beef mixture to a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Sprinkle with 1½ cups shredded cheese, then arrange frozen tater tots evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Stir together salsa and remaining ⅓ cups enchilada sauce. Spread over tater tots and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake an additional 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest for 5 minutes, then load up your favorite toppings and serve.