This taco Tater Tot casserole is a party in the mouth. In fact, it’s so flavor-packed that every time it’s served, it feels like a celebration. And it is!

Wake Up Your Taste Buds with a Mexican-Style Tater Tot Casserole

Although this is a dish I like to cook when our taste buds need awakening, it’s perfect for special occasions. Some people call this a Mexican Tater Tot casserole and eat it to celebrate south-of-the-border holidays.

Basically, everyone in the family will feel like they won a prize when you serve it. It’s that good! Tater Tots are one of those foods that bring you back to your childhood. At least, that’s how they affect me.

Of course, I checked the loot after my mom grocery shopped. I’ll never forget those times when I spotted these delicious little barrels of deliciousness in the freezer.

Ingredients

You’ll need one pound of beef cut into small pieces. One thing you can do is to purchase a roast and cut it yourself.

Or you can save time and buy it already cut. If you can’t find it already packaged, by all means, ask your butcher to cut a roast for you.

In addition to the beef, you need Tater Tots, taco seasoning, beef broth, cheese, and water. You can add other things for flavor or garnish if you want.

My husband and I like jalapeños on ours. Additionally, we like a side of avocado.

How to Make a Taco Tater Tot Casserole

For exact measurements of each ingredient and full directions, go to the recipe card at the bottom of the page. You can even print out the card by clicking on the “print” button.

First, bake the Tater Tots according to the directions on the package. While they’re cooking, brown the beef in a skillet. Add the taco seasoning and water.

After the Tater Tots are done, spoon the seasoned beef over them.

Next, pour a small amount of beef broth over them and then sprinkle with cheese.

The amount of cheese listed in the recipe card is basically a suggestion. You can put as much or as little cheese as you want.

Finally, return the casserole to the oven and bake until it’s done and the cheese is melted.

I served it with avocado slices and salsa. However, you may want to add a side salad or other vegetables.

If you decide to serve a side salad, you might want to use the avocado in the dressing. In fact, you can mash the avocado in some ranch dressing for a new flavor sensation.

Or you can mix some ranch dressing with a tablespoon of salsa. It’s delicious.

More Recipes

I enjoy cooking with Tater Tots because who doesn’t love them? Another dish we enjoy with these delectable little potato bites is this hamburger Tater Tot casserole.

Or if you’re looking for a delicious breakfast dish, check out this breakfast Tater Tot casserole. You can’t go wrong with either of these! And you definitely won’t be hungry when you get up from the table.

If you enjoy discovering new recipes as much as I do, check out my friend Julie’s food blog, Back to My Southern Roots. She has a ton of delicious recipes that’ll send your taste buds into orbit!

This recipe is shared at Full Plate Thursday.

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