Description
Effortless Cowboy Casserole Tots is a delightful dish that combines hearty flavors with playful textures. This casserole features crispy golden tater tots layered over a savory beef and black bean mixture, all topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this recipe is both simple to make and guaranteed to bring smiles around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and bell peppers until soft.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder.
- Mix in the rinsed black beans and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the tater tots, followed by half of the beef mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg