Description

This Cowboy Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that’s perfect for a family dinner. It features layers of seasoned ground beef, corn, creamy mushroom soup, and gooey cheddar cheese, all topped with crispy tater tots. A crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy!

Ingredients

For the Casserole:

1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen corn
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup barbecue sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Toppings:

Chopped green onions
Jalapeños
Sour cream

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until browned. Drain excess grease.
Combine ingredients: Stir in corn, cream of mushroom soup, barbecue sauce, salt, and pepper. Spread mixture in a greased baking dish.
Add toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture. Arrange tater tots on top.
Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy.
Serve: Let cool slightly and top with green onions, jalapeños, or sour cream if desired.

Notes

You can use cream of cheddar or cream of chicken soup for a different flavor.
Enhance with black beans or bell peppers for added heartiness.