Description
Cowboy Tater Tot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Featuring a creamy ground beef mixture, sweet cream corn, and a crispy tater tot topping, this dish is both satisfying and easy to make. Bursting with cheesy goodness, it’s a family favorite that’s perfect for any occasion. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, you can have this hearty casserole on the table in just under an hour.
Ingredients
- 32 oz. frozen tater tots
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 15.5 oz. cream corn
- 10.75 oz. can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tablespoon Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 2 cups colby jack cheese
- Non-stick cooking spray (for greasing the dish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and Montreal Steak Seasoning to the skillet; sauté for 3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium and stir in cream of mushroom soup and cream corn. Simmer 2-4 minutes to combine flavors.
- Pour the meat mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the colby jack cheese over the meat mixture.
- Spread tater tots in a single layer over the casserole.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top of tater tots.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
- Optional: Broil for 3-5 minutes for a golden, crispy topping—watch closely to prevent burning.
Notes
- Serving: Serve warm with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Perfect for potlucks or family dinners.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Freezing: Assemble the casserole (without baking) and freeze for up to 2 months. Bake straight from the freezer at 375°F for 45-50 minutes.