Cowboy Casserole is the kind of dish that warms you from the inside out—hearty, comforting, and loaded with flavors the whole family will love. This classic casserole combines savory ground beef, a creamy mushroom sauce, sweet corn, and plenty of melty cheddar cheese, all topped with a crispy golden layer of tater tots. It’s easy to make, satisfying to eat, and guaranteed to become a repeat favorite on your dinner table.
The appeal of this dish lies in its simple ingredients and layered textures. The beef and onion mixture forms a rich, savory base, the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream add a luscious creaminess, and the sweet corn adds little bursts of freshness. Topping it all off, the crispy tater tots provide the perfect crunch to balance the creamy filling.
Cowboy Casserole is also wonderfully versatile—you can mix in extra vegetables, swap out proteins, or experiment with different cheeses to make it your own. Plus, it’s a make-ahead and freezer-friendly recipe, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd.
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Serve this casserole straight from the oven with a simple side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. It’s comfort food at its finest—easy, cheesy, and absolutely irresistible.
Servings: 6
Total Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
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