Layers of seasoned beef, beans, corn, tater tots, and loads of melty cheese are all baked into this cowboy casserole.
Ingredients in Cowboy Casserole
Ground Beef: Ground beef is seasoned with taco seasoning (I prefer homemade). You can use ground turkey in place. Soup: Cream of Chicken Soup adds a rich, savory flavor to this casserole. Cream of mushroom soup or cream of celery soup can also be used! Feel free to skip the can and make homemade condensed chicken soup. Vegetables: Corn adds a sweet and colorful touch to cowboy casserole, but any veggie will do, even a bag of frozen mixed veggies (no need to thaw)! Tater Tots: Tater tots, wedges, shoestring fries, diced potatoes, hashbrowns, and even leftover mashed potatoes can all be used in this recipe (be sure to use thawed potatoes). Cheese: I shred my own cheddar cheese, but any pre-shredded cheese blend will also work in this recipe.
How to Make Cowboy Casserole
Storing Leftovers
Keep leftover cowboy casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat portions in the microwave or the stovetop. Reheat larger portions (or the entire casserole) in a crock pot. Freeze portions in zippered bags for up to one month and thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
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