Description
Cowgirl Casserole is a comforting, flavor-packed dish that combines savory ground beef, creamy cheddar cheese, and crispy potato tots for an irresistible meal. Perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings, this casserole offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will have everyone reaching for seconds. With easy preparation and customizable ingredients, it’s bound to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 3 cups frozen potato tots
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 10.5 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the diced onion until the meat is no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook until heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and mix in the cream of mushroom soup until combined.
- Spread half of the mixture in the prepared baking dish, layer with potato tots, and top with cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg