Taco Tater-Topped Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 package mccormick taco seasoning mix
• 2 cup salsa
• 2 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup frozen chopped bell pepper and onion blend
• 1 cup water
• 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cup shredded mexican cheese blend, divided
• 1 pound frozen fried potato nuggets

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Brown beef in large skillet on medium-high heat.
3. Drain fat.
4. Stir in Seasoning Mix, salsa, frozen vegetables and water.
5. Bring to boil.
6. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Stir in beans and 1 cup of the cheese until well blended.
8. Spoon into greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
9. Top with potato nuggets.
10. Bake 25 minutes or until potato nuggets are golden brown and crispy.
11. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
12. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
13. Serve with desired toppings, such as chopped avocado, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream or lime wedges.