the Delectable Cowboy Casserole
the Delectable Cowboy Casserole. This is a heartwarming, mouthwatering dish that brings together a delightful combination of beef, bacon, corn, and tater tots all in one pan! Its creamy, cheesy goodness is what comfort food dreams are made of.
Ingredients
- 226 g 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
- 150 g 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 158 g 2/3 cup cream of mushroom soup
- 113 g 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated (reserve some for topping)
- 80 ml 1/3 cup whole milk
- 60 ml 1/4 cup tangy sour cream
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 113 g 1/2 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
- 907 g 32 oz. frozen tater tots
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a toasty 190°C (375°F).
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Toss in the corn, mushroom soup, half the cheese, milk, sour cream, onion powder, pepper, and bacon. Stir until well combined.
- Layer the beef mixture in a 9x13-inch baking dish, sprinkle a layer of cheese, and then arrange the tater tots on top.
- Bake this goodness for about 40-45 minutes until the tater tots are a crispy golden brown.
- Top with the remaining cheese and bake for another 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve this comforting Cowboy Casserole piping hot and watch the smiles spread around the table.
Notes
This Hearty Cowboy Casserole is incredibly versatile. You can add other veggies or swap out the bacon for a different protein. Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your family's taste.