Best 5 Mexican Taters And Beans Recipes

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Mexican taters and beans, also known as "Papas con Frijoles" in Spanish, is a classic Mexican dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, beans, and a variety of spices, this hearty dish is a staple in many Mexican households. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a delicious dish to serve at your next potluck, Mexican taters and beans is sure to be a hit. With its combination of creamy potatoes, tender beans, and zesty spices, this dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more. So if you're ready to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexican cuisine, let's dive into the world of Mexican taters and beans.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN RICE AND BEANS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, greens and whites sliced
1 jalapeno, minced
2 cups long-grain rice
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more if needed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
Two 16-ounce cans pinto beans, drained
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles, such as Rotel
3/4 cup grated Cheddar
Chopped fresh cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven. Add the garlic, green onions and jalapeno and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and add the rice. Cook, stirring to make sure the rice doesn't burn, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth, cumin, salt, pepper, turmeric, beans, diced tomatoes and diced tomatoes and green chiles and stir together. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer until the rice is not quite done, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Top the rice and beans with the cheese, then bake with the lid off until the cheese is melted and the rice is fully cooked, about 15 minutes more. Top with chopped cilantro before serving.

MEXICAN TATER-TOPPED CASSEROLE



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Tater Tots, cheese and a mouthwatering ground beef mixture: What's not to love in this delicious casserole one tester called "the ultimate comfort food"? -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (14 ounces) frozen pepper strips
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
1 can (11 ounces) condensed beefy mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
2/3 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups reserved mixture from Cajun Beef and Beans
1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the first seven ingredients. Stir in meat mixture. Bring to a boil., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with Tater Tots. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese and green onions. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

MEXICAN TATER TOT® CASSEROLE



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Made my own creation after reviewing numerous recipes for Tater Tot® casserole. My fiance loves it! Garnish with sour cream and lettuce.

Provided by Missy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup mild salsa
½ large tomato, diced
3 tablespoons mild nacho cheese sauce
1 pound ground beef
¼ cup mild taco sauce
1 (16 ounce) package frozen bite-sized potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Mix corn, mushrooms, green bell pepper, salsa, tomato, and nacho cheese sauce together in a bowl. Layer mixture over the bottom of the prepared dish. Mix ground beef and taco sauce together in a separate bowl; add to the corn mixture in the dish and stir together. Layer potato puffs on top of casserole. Top with shredded Mexican cheese blend.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until beef is no longer pink, about 25 minutes.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Broil casserole until top is golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 51.8 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 808.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

MEXICAN RICE AND BEANS



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Spicy, delicious Mexican rice and beans.

Provided by Afzal Najam

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 small poblano pepper, diced
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 cup basmati rice
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups vegetable broth
1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, poblano pepper, and garlic; saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add rice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is completely coated in oil, about 2 minutes. Season with paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add vegetable broth and pinto beans. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat, keep covered, and let stand for at least 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.7 calories, Carbohydrate 59.2 g, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 624.3 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

MEXICAN BEEF TATER TOT™ PIE



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Get your Mexican fix with this beefy, cheesy tot-topped pie.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup diced red bell pepper (1 large)
1 cup diced onion
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
2 cups shredded 4-cheese Mexican cheese blend (8 oz)
4 cups frozen Tater Tots™ potatoes (from 32-oz bag)
Fresh toppings: diced tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream, cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef, bell pepper and onion over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is browned and vegetables are softened; drain. Wipe out skillet. Return beef mixture to pan; add taco seasoning mix and water. Cook and stir over medium-high heat 1 to 2 minutes or until well mixed. Remove from heat. Cool 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix milk and egg. Stir in cheese. Stir beef mixture into egg mixture, then pour into pie plate. Spread evenly.
  • Top beef mixture with Tater Tots™. Bake 37 to 39 minutes or until mixture is set and Tater Tots™ are browned. Cool 10 minutes. Top with fresh toppings, as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Tips:

  • Use freshly grated cheese: Freshly grated cheese melts better and provides a richer flavor than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Use a variety of beans: Using a variety of beans, such as pinto beans, black beans, and kidney beans, adds flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: A heavy-bottomed pot will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the food from sticking.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to season the dish to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.

Conclusion:

Mexican Taters and Beans is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and can be easily customized to suit your own preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, vegetarian or with meat, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Mexican Taters and Beans a try.

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