Description
This Easy Cowboy Casserole with Tater Tots is a hearty and comforting dish that combines ground beef, beans, corn, and cheese all topped with crispy tater tots. It’s a perfect one-dish meal for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tater Tots Topping:
- 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain off excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the cooked ground beef, corn, kidney beans, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Add Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the beef mixture.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite vegetables or using different types of beans.
- This dish reheats well, making it a great option for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
