COLORADO COWBOY CASSEROLE

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This is a great family meal with just enough flavor to not be a boring tater tot casserole. The meat layer is creamy and the Southwestern flavor isn't too strong - just perfect. The cheese and the tater tots tie it all together nicely. It's quick, easy, and really good for a family on a budget. Even a picky eater will love...

Provided by Lisa Foote

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean ground beef
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup, 10.5 oz.
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1/3 c milk, any kind
1 can(s) mild green chilies, undrained, 4 oz.
1 can(s) corn, drained, 15.25 oz.
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tsp garlic powder (or 2 cloves chopped fine)
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, ground
1 tsp chili powder
2 1/2 c tater tots

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat over to 375 degrees. Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • 2. Brown ground meat, drain.
  • 3. Add onions, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder and heat through. Remove from the stove.
  • 4. Add cream of mushroom soup, milk, drained corn, undrained chilis, and 1/2 cup cheese to browned ground beef. Mix well.
  • 5. Put into the greased casserole dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
  • 6. Top with tater tots (you may use more or less of the 2 1/2 cups, depending on the shape of your dish.) You can sprinkle more cheese on top if you prefer.
  • 7. Bake for 30 minutes at 375 degrees until lightly brown and bubbly. Let rest for 5 minutes and serve.

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