Cowboy Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main ingredients
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½ pound ground beef (85/15 lean)
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1 cup corn kernels
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⅔ cup condensed cream of mushroom soup
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
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⅓ cup whole milk
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¼ cup sour cream
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
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32 ounces frozen tater tots
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F and get a 9x13 inch baking dish ready.
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Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks until nicely browned and no pink remains.
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Add corn, cream of mushroom soup, half the cheddar cheese, milk, sour cream, onion powder, black pepper, and crumbled bacon to the skillet. Stir everything together until well combined.
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Spread the beef mixture evenly in your baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, then arrange the tater tots in a single layer over everything.
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Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy on top.
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Remove from oven and sprinkle any remaining cheese over the hot tater tots. Return to oven for 5 more minutes until cheese melts.
# Notes:
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Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to help it set up and make cutting easier.
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You can substitute frozen corn for fresh or canned corn - just drain canned corn well.
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Cook the bacon ahead of time or use pre-cooked bacon bits to save time.