Cowboy Casserole
A hearty and comforting casserole dish combining ground beef, corn, cheese, and crispy tater tots, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained You can use fresh or frozen corn as a substitute.
- 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar or your choice; mix different types for more flavor.
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots Arrange evenly for even cooking.
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup Can use different soups based on preference.
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- to taste Salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the beef. Stir until well combined.
Assembly
- In a greased baking dish, layer the beef mixture, followed by the drained corn, and then sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Finally, arrange the tater tots evenly over the cheese layer.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve hot, optionally garnish with fresh herbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g