Potato Rancheros Casserole

By ccavaletti

Ingredients

• 1 pkg Au Gratin potatoes
• 2-1/4 c boiling water
• 1 c canned corn, drained (or frozen, cooked)
• 2/3 c milk
• 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
• 1 c shredded taco seasoned cheese, divided
• Chopped red and green pepper - optional

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven to 400 degrees. Mix potatoes, sauce mix, water, corn and milk in an ungreased 2 qt casserole. Stir in beef and 3/4 c cheese. Add 1 Tbsp finely chopped red and green pepper, if using.

Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until top is golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Let stand a few minutes before serving.

Would be good with jalapeno slices, too.

One recipe was not quite enough for our family - double it next time.