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Cowboy Casserole

Delicious Cowboy Casserole: Comfort Food Made Easy

Cowboy Casserole is a heartwarming, one-dish dinner that combines ground beef, sweet corn, and cheese for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Provides richness and protein; substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any milk type, including dairy-free, works perfectly.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Acts as a creamy binding agent; feel free to swap with cream of chicken soup for variety.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Offers savory flavor enhancement; fresh garlic can be a vibrant alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds depth of flavor; sauté fresh onions with the beef for an aromatic twist.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning; adjust to your preferred taste.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning; adjust to your preferred taste.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Corn Added sweetness and texture; drained canned or frozen corn is great.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Any melting cheese like Monterey Jack works well.
  • 1 bag Frozen Tater Tots Creates a crispy topping that contrasts wonderfully with the creamy layers.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the Oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your Cowboy Casserole cooks evenly.
  2. Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes or until browned, then drain excess fat.
  3. In the same skillet, stir in the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Layer the beef mixture at the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, followed by the corn and shredded cheese.
  5. Arrange frozen tater tots evenly on top of the cheese layer.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  7. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or spinach for a nutritional boost.

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