Ingredients:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 3 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 16 oz traditional refried beans
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 32 oz frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until thoroughly browned. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Stir taco seasoning and a splash of water into the browned beef until coated and fragrant.
  3. Spread the refried beans in an even layer across the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Layer the seasoned ground beef over the beans, followed by the drained diced tomatoes and corn, spreading evenly.
  5. Sprinkle half of the shredded Mexican cheese over the beef mixture.
  6. Arrange frozen tater tots in neat, tight rows across the top of the casserole.
  7. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 30-35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, and bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted.