CHILI TOTS

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Cook once and eat twice with this hearty Southwestern casserole from Linda Baldwin of Long Beach, California. With help from a few convenience products, it quickly goes together before you freeze it or pop it into the oven to bake.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
2 cans (15 ounces each) chili without beans
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook the beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the chili, tomato sauce, olives and green chilies. Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese; top with Tater Tots. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. , Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through. , To use frozen casserole: Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 761mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.