Bubba Bean's This and That Casserole Bake

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with **Bubba Bean's This and That Casserole Bake**—a hearty, flavor-packed dish that combines savory ground beef, two types of tender beans, sweet corn, and creamy cheese, all topped with crispy golden tater tots. This baked casserole is spiced with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, giving it a bold Tex-Mex-inspired flavor, while a touch of melted cream cheese adds irresistible creaminess. Easy to assemble and baked to bubbly perfection, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner for busy families or a crowd-pleasing dish for potlucks and parties. Ready in just about an hour, this casserole will quickly become your go-to for satisfying comfort food. Don’t forget to serve it hot with a sprinkle of green onions for a pop of freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with their juices
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 bag (32 oz) tater tots
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes to let the flavors combine.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the softened cream cheese until melted and fully incorporated into the mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded Mexican cheese blend evenly over the top of the mixture.

Step 8

Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the casserole, covering the surface completely.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese on top. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3455.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6655.2

Total Fat 423.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 164.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 53.2g
Cholesterol 939.4mg	0%
Sodium 10948.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 489.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 82.5g	0%
Total Sugars 35.6g
Protein 286.7g	0%

Vitamin D 102.6IU	0%
Calcium 4082.9mg	0%
Iron 35.6mg	0%
Potassium 7678.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 28.3%