Cowboy Tater Tot Casserole (Print)
Crispy tater tots layered over seasoned ground beef, bacon and corn in a creamy cheese sauce - pure comfort food with Western flair.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat
01 -
225g ground beef (85/15 fat content)
02 -
120g bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Dairy
03 -
60ml sour cream
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80ml whole milk
05 -
120g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
→ Vegetables & Frozen
06 -
900g frozen tater tots
07 -
160g corn kernels
→ Condiments & Seasoning
08 -
160g condensed mushroom soup
09 -
1 teaspoon onion powder
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
# Directions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a 23x33 centimetre baking dish.
02 -
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until completely browned.
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Add corn, half the cheddar, condensed mushroom soup, milk, black pepper, crumbled bacon, sour cream, and onion powder to the beef. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
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Transfer beef mixture to prepared baking dish, spreading evenly. Sprinkle a portion of the remaining cheese over the mixture. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top, ensuring complete coverage.
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Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
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Remove from oven, sprinkle remaining cheese over the hot tater tots, and return to oven for 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
# Notes:
01 -
For best results, allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to set properly.