Description
A hearty and easy-to-make casserole layered with seasoned ground beef, creamy soup, sweet corn, melted cheddar, and crispy tater tots. It’s the ultimate comfort food perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 cup diced onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup frozen corn
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
1 package (32 oz) frozen tater tots
Optional: sliced green onions or chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with diced onions until browned and onions are soft (6–8 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Drain excess grease.
3. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, corn, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy.
4. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the shredded cheese.
5. Arrange tater tots in a single layer on top.
6. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until tater tots are golden and crisp.
7. Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake for 5 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
8. Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions or parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Be sure to lay tater tots in a single layer to keep them extra crispy.
Swap ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
For a spicier kick, add chopped jalapeños to the beef mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: cowboy casserole, tater tot casserole, ground beef casserole