Description
A comforting and hearty cowboy casserole made with ground beef, melted cheese, crispy tater tots, and a creamy sauce. Perfect for dinner!
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
Salt, pepper, paprika (to taste)
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Drain excess grease.
Mix Ingredients: Combine the cooked beef with cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and drained corn in a bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Assemble the Casserole: Spread the beef mixture evenly in the baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Layer frozen tater tots on top, covering the dish.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy. For extra crunch, broil for 2-3 minutes.
Rest & Serve: Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Add diced green chilies or jalapeños for a spicy twist.
Substitute ground turkey for a leaner version.
Make it vegetarian by swapping beef for black beans or lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food