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Cowboy Casserole: Savory Tater Tot and Ground Beef Delight

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Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish featuring ground beef, creamy sauce, melty cheese, and crispy tater tots. Quick to prep and bake, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or make-ahead meals.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 package (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion until beef is browned and onion is soft, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Spread beef mixture evenly into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
  5. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until tater tots are golden and crispy.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Add 1 cup corn or green beans to the beef mixture for added vegetables.
  • Swap ground beef for ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • Stir in chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick.
  • Use cream of chicken or homemade white sauce as a soup substitute.
  • Broil for 2 minutes at the end for extra crispy tots.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg