Cowboy Casserole Sp5
Get ready to dig into the ultimate comfort food with this Cowboy Casserole SP5! Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy gathering, this hearty casserole layers crispy, golden tater tots over a creamy, flavor-packed base of seasoned ground beef, onions, and garlic, all mixed with a velvety blend of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese. A pinch of smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky kick that takes this dish to the next level. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe is easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and ideal for families. Serve it straight from the oven garnished with fresh green onions and watch it disappear! Whether you're craving a savory one-pan dinner or a comforting casserole for a potluck, Cowboy Casserole is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 stalks, chopped (optional, for garnish) green onions
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onions are softened and fragrant.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix well to form a creamy sauce.
Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and the cooked beef mixture into the bowl with the sauce.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the beef and sauce mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the beef mixture.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Optional: Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh pop of flavor and color.
Serve warm and enjoy this cozy, savory Cowboy Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 296.2 g | 380% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.5 g | 648% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 34.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 681 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 8912 mg | 387% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.1 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.8 g | ||
| Protein | 173.1 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 2517 mg | 194% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 4356 mg | 93% | |
*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.
