Cowboy Casserole: Comfort Food Your Family Will Adore

This Cowboy Casserole combines savory ground beef, sweet corn, and gooey cheese, making it a must-try comfort dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef Mixture

1 pound Ground Beef Can be swapped for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup For a vegetarian twist, use vegetable cream soup.
1/2 cup Milk Low-fat or dairy-free alternatives work well.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic offers a bolder taste.
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Contributes to flavor without the texture of fresh onions.
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your preference.
1/2 teaspoon Pepper Fresh cracked pepper is recommended.

For the Casserole Layers

1 can Corn Drained; can substitute with mixed veggies.
2 cups Shredded Cheese Cheddar or a mix of your favorites.

For the Crispy Topping

1 bag Frozen Tater Tots Hash browns can serve as an alternative.

Equipment

baking dish
Skillet
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cowboy Casserole

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients while the oven heats.
Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
Mix in the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Layer the beef mixture in a greased baking dish, followed by the drained corn and shredded cheese.
Arrange frozen tater tots over the cheese layer to cover the entire surface.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown.
Let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Cowboy Casserole is a comforting meal that pleases both kids and adults. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners or gatherings.

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