Cowboy Casserole
Hearty, comforting, and packed with flavor, Cowboy Casserole is the ultimate family-friendly dish that combines simplicity with indulgence. This classic casserole layers savory ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic with a creamy sauce made from condensed cream of mushroom soup and sour cream, creating a rich base that’s loaded with frozen mixed vegetables for a hint of freshness. A golden crown of crispy tater tots and gooey melted cheddar cheese elevates this dish to comfort food perfection. Ready in just under an hour, this easy-to-make, one-pan meal is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika for an extra pop of color and serve it piping hot for a crowd-pleasing, homestyle dinner. Perfect keywords: "Cowboy Casserole recipe," "easy tater tot casserole," "family-friendly comfort food," and "ground beef casserole."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth.
Add the beef and vegetable mixture to the bowl and stir well to combine. Season with salt and black pepper.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
Top the mixture with an even layer of frozen tater tots, arranging them in a single layer.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
If desired, sprinkle with paprika for a pop of color before serving.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 301.7 g | 387% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.6 g | 653% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 29.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 670 mg | 223% | |
| Sodium | 9313 mg | 405% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 315.5 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.6 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.3 g | ||
| Protein | 168.9 g | 338% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2237 mg | 172% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 4120 mg | 88% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
