SOUTHWEST POTATO CASSEROLE

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Ready, Set, Cook! Special Edition Contest Entry: Try this yummy cheesy zesty potato casserole! It has all of the southwest flavors I love. It's very comforting and satisfying too. It is super easy to throw together, and uses pantry staples most of us have on hand. I really enjoyed it with tuna, but I think it would be just as good Vegetarian or with cooked chicken, cooked ground beef or cooked sausage. I made this pretty mild, but it can easily be spiced up with fresh or canned jalapenos or added red pepper flakes or hot sauce. Feel free to use reduced-fat cheese.

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (20 ounce) bag Simply Potatoes Diced Potatoes with Onion
1 (12 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked (You could make this Vegetarian or use cooked chicken, cooked ground beef, or cooked sausage)
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1/4 cup pickled jalapeno pepper, chopped (to make it spicier, you can use fresh jalapenos or canned chopped jalapenos)
3 cups colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded (2 for filling, 1 to top)
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup salsa, drained (I used Pace chunky mild salsa)
1/4 cup cilantro, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2-1 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/2-1 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
6 green onions, sliced
sour cream, to serve
hot sauce, to serve (we like Tapatio)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease a 13x9 baking dish.
  • Mix together the first 8 ingredients through the first 2 cups of shredded cheese.
  • Mix together the sour cream, salsa, cilantro, garlic, cumin and salt and stir into the potato mixture until it's well coated.
  • Spread mix into prepared baking dish and top with remaining cup of cheese.
  • Bake for 60 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and top with fresh chopped tomatoes and sliced green onions.
  • Can serve right away, but sauce will thicken more if you let it sit 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve with sour cream and hot sauce. This is really good served alongside a crisp salad.

Alina Khadka Neupane
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I love the unique flavor combination in this casserole.


Rashi Jaan
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This casserole is the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Kh Afzaal Kh Afzaal
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit.


Bakht Rawan
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Stylish Diva
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I added some chopped bacon to this casserole and it was amazing!


Rakesh Tamang
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This casserole is a great make-ahead meal. It can be reheated in the oven or microwave.


Md Emran Hoosen
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover potatoes.


Freddiie May
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it.


Sagar Ali maher Maher
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This casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, cheesy, and flavorful.


Carolyn Ward
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and can be made with different types of potatoes and vegetables.


Rozi King
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This casserole was easy to make and the flavors were amazing!


Gemma Pope
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ritaj Ghoniem
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I made this casserole for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Japie Lepele
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Atruba jabeen
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Md Shakil shak
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This casserole was delicious! The flavors of the potatoes, peppers, and cheese were perfect together.


Ackerman Player
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This was an excellent recipe! I used a variety of potatoes and it turned out great. Will definitely make again.


alwayne Irving
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Siron Gahatraj
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.