Hearty Cowboy Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)
Comforting one-dish meal combining seasoned ground beef, corn and cheese topped with golden crispy tater tots.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main
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450 g ground beef
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425 g canned corn, drained
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200 g shredded cheddar cheese
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900 g frozen tater tots
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300 g canned cream of mushroom soup
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120 ml whole milk
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 175°C.
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until thoroughly browned, breaking up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
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Add cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the cooked beef. Stir until well incorporated and heated through.
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Lightly grease a large baking dish. Evenly spread the beef mixture into the base. Layer the drained corn atop the beef, followed by a uniform sprinkling of shredded cheddar cheese.
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Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly on top of the cheese layer to fully cover the surface.
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Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crisp.
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Remove from the oven and allow to cool for several minutes before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Allowing the casserole to rest briefly after baking helps set the layers and makes serving easier.