TEXAS TATER CASSEROLE

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Spice up traditional Tater Tot casserole with salsa, chili powder and taco-seasoned cheese.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (10 3/4 ounces each) condensed Cheddar cheese soup
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, red and green peppers, drained
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky picante
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bag (16 ounces) frozen potato nuggets
1/2 cup shredded taco-seasoned cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

Heat oven to 375°. Cook beef, onion, celery and garlic in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.
Stir soup, corn, picante, chili powder and pepper into beef mixture. Spoon into ungreased 2 1/2-quart casserole. Top with frozen potato nuggets.
Bake uncovered 40 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 to 10 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 5 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1810 mg