How to make Cowboy Casserole
Ingredients:
226 g 1/2 lb. ground beef (85/15)
150 g 1 cup corn
158 g 2/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup
113 g 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
80 ml 1/3 cup whole milk
60 ml 1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
113 g 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
907 g 32 oz. tater tots
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
Add corn, cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup of cheese, milk, sour cream, onion powder, black pepper, and bacon to the skillet and mix well.
In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer the beef mixture, followed by a layer of cheese, and finally, line up the tater tots on top.
Bake the casserole uncovered for 40-45 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bake for another 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes:
This recipe can easily be customized to your preferences by adding or substituting different ingredients.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a lighter version of this recipe, try using ground turkey instead of beef and reduced-fat cheese and sour cream.