Description
Cowboy Casserole is your ultimate comfort food, combining savory ground beef, crispy tater tots, and melty cheese into a delightful dish that feels like a warm hug. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole brings everyone together around the table. With its rich flavors and simple preparation, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 lb tater tots
- Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup and frozen corn until well combined.
- Spread the mixture in a baking dish and layer tater tots on top.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the tater tots.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based options for a lighter dish. Enhance flavor by adding spices like paprika or cayenne pepper. For creaminess, mix in sour cream before baking.