Velveeta Tex-Mex Beef and Potatoes

This is a great hearty recipe that is quite filling.  This recipe makes a lot of food and is perfect for a family.  The flavors are wonderful and the perfect meal after a long day of working.

Velveeta Tex-Mex Beef and Potatoes

Prep 10 min         Preheat oven to 350 degrees             Makes 6 servings

1 lb. ground beef
1 red or green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 pkg (1 1/4 oz) Taco Seasoning Mix
1/2 Cup water
4 Cups frozen Southern-style hash browns (cubed not shredded variety)
1 pkg (10 oz) frozen corn
1/2 lb. (8oz.) Velveeta Cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes

Brown meat with peppers and onions in large skillet on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to break up the meat; drain.  Return  meat mixture to skillet. 
Add taco seasoning mix and water; stir until well blended.  Stir in potatoes, corn, and Velveeta.  Spoon into 13X9-inch baking dish; cover with foil.
Bake 20 min.  Uncover; stir gently.  Bake. uncovered, an additional 15 min. or until heated through.

I have done this recipe a bit differently.  I do not like peppers so I have never added peppers to this.  It is still just as tasty and delicious!  Also, I have just made this on the stove instead of putting it in the oven.  Brown the meat with the peppers, drain and return to large skillet.  Add taco seasoning, water, potatoes and corn.  Stir until blended.  Cover and cook on medium heat 5-7 min or until potatoes are tender.  Stir in Velveeta, cook uncovered, until Velveeta is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring occasionally.  This way is quite a bit quicker and just as delicious!  I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do!