1 lb lean ground beef
1 lg onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 med stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 (10 3/4 oz) cans condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 (11 oz) can mexicorn
1/2 cup picante sauce
2 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp pepper
1 (16 oz) pkg tater tots
1/2 cup shredded taco-seasoned cheese (2 oz)

heat oven to 375°. cook beef, onion, celery & garlic in a 10″ skillet over medium heat 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.

stir soup, corn, picante sauce, chili powder & pepper into the beef mixture. spoon into an ungreased 2 1/2 qt casserole. top with tater tots.

bake uncovered 40 minutes. sprinkle with cheese. bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly & cheese is melted.

6 servings