Au Gratin Taco Bake

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Bake: 70 min.
Yield 4-6 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
This hearty taco bake recipe relies on a package of au gratin potatoes for simple preparation. Chock-full of beef, potatoes, corn, tomatoes and cheese, this southwestern supper is sure to be a hit in your home. —Linda Muir, Big Lake, Minnesota

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 package (4.9 ounces) au gratin potatoes
  • 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, undrained
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes, undrained
  • 3/4 cup 2% milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the potatoes and contents of sauce mix, corn, tomatoes, milk, water and taco seasoning. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
  2. Cover and bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 373 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 1113mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.

This hearty taco bake recipe relies on a package of au gratin potatoes for simple preparation. Chock-full of beef, potatoes, corn, tomatoes and cheese, this southwestern supper is sure to be a hit in your home. —Linda Muir, Big Lake, Minnesota
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