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Cowboy Casserole

Comforting Cowboy Casserole for Busy Weeknights

This Cowboy Casserole combines savory ground beef, sweet corn, creamy cheese, and crispy tater tots for a heartwarming meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Corn frozen or canned, drained
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup or cream of chicken soup as a substitute
  • ½ cup Milk any milk or non-dairy alternative
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for a stronger flavor
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder or diced and sautéed fresh onions
  • to taste Salt & Pepper essential for flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese cheddar or mixed with mozzarella for a twist
  • 1 pkg Frozen Tater Tots or homemade potato tots for a special touch

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, draining excess fat.
  3. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Layer the beef mixture in the baking dish, then spread the corn followed by shredded cheese.
  5. Arrange frozen tater tots evenly over the cheese layer, covering it completely.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, drain excess fat to avoid greasiness and use fresh ingredients when possible.

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