Description
This easy slow cooker Mexican casserole is packed with savory ground beef, black beans, corn, and crispy tater tots, all smothered in gooey melted cheese. A perfect comfort food recipe that’s great for weeknights or potlucks
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning
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1 cup water
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
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1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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32 oz bag frozen tater tots
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Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Assemble the Casserole: In your slow cooker, layer the ground beef mixture. Sprinkle on the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes.
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Cheese Layer: Mix the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, then sprinkle half over the mixture.
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Add the Tater Tots: Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top.
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Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
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Final Touch: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining cheese over the tater tots. Cover and cook until the cheese is melted.
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Garnish & Serve: Top with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm!
Notes
This casserole can also be made in the oven instead of the slow cooker. Just bake at 375°F for 30 minutes, then add the cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of the casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 60mg