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Cowboy Casserole

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Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, comforting one-pan dish featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, corn, crispy tater tots, and melted cheese—perfect for a satisfying family meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 (32-ounce) bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel tomatoes, not drained
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
  • 1 (15.25-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1½ cups Monterey Jack and Colby cheese, shredded, divided
  • 1 tablespoon chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, Rotel tomatoes, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, and corn. Mix until well combined.
  4. Transfer the beef mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  5. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the beef mixture.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top.
  8. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped chives over the top before serving.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, ensure all canned and frozen products are labeled gluten-free.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a microwave or oven at 350°F until heated through.
  • You can prepare the casserole ahead and refrigerate before baking.
  • Can be frozen for up to 2 months before baking.

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