Cowgirl Casserole

Saddle up your taste buds for this hearty and comforting Cowgirl Casserole, a deliciously cheesy, tater-tot-topped dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Packed with savory ground beef, creamy layers of sour cream and mushroom soup, vibrant veggies like corn and green beans, and a golden, crispy tater tot crust, this casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. With just 15 minutes of preparation and simple pantry staples, this recipe is easy to whip up yet loaded with flavor, thanks to seasonings like garlic powder and paprika. Melted cheddar cheese ties it all together for a warm, satisfying meal. Serve this cowboy-inspired casserole alongside a fresh green salad and let the whole family dig in!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 32 ounces frozen tater tots
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup frozen green beans
• 1 medium (diced) onion
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Stir the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper into the browned beef. Mix well and remove from heat.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Stir until smooth.

Step 6

Add the cooked ground beef mixture, frozen corn, and frozen green beans to the bowl with the soup mixture. Stir until evenly coated.

Step 7

Pour the beef and veggie mixture into the greased casserole dish and spread it into an even layer.

Step 8

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.

Step 9

Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.

Step 10

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.

Step 11

Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the tater tots.

Step 12

Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tater tots are golden brown.

Step 13

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your hearty Cowgirl Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2638.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4671.9

Total Fat 310.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.9g
Cholesterol 690.5mg	0%
Sodium 9672.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 344.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.8g	0%
Total Sugars 48.7g
Protein 169.5g	0%

Vitamin D 85.4IU	0%
Calcium 2441.2mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 4882.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 28.4%