Tater Tot Enchilada Bake

Tater Tot Enchilada Bake

This is a tasty casserole that takes care of your Mexican food urge. It’s quick and easy to make and will satisfy your family.

Tater Tot Enchilada Bake

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound of ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp Taco Seasoning or one packet
  • 2 cups of tater tots or enough to cover the dish
  • 1 can of red Enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup of shredded cheese – Mexican Blend Cheddar Jack, or Mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup of sliced black olives and cilantro or chives for garnish
  • Salsa and chips for on the side

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Preheat your skillet over medium heat. Add the oil.
  • Add the beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
  • When the meat is about half done, add your diced onions and peppers to the skillet and cook until soft.
  • Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add the Taco seasoning, stir through and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Add the can of Enchilada sauce, stir through and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Transfer the enchilada mixture to a sprayed 9×13 casserole dish.
  • Cover the top with tater tots, and then sprinkle the cheese over the tots.
  • Cook in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the tots are browned and the cheese is melted.
  • Garnish with the olives and the cilantro or chives.
  • Serve with salsa and chips.