Cowboy Casserole
Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, one-dish meal that combines savory ground beef, creamy corn, and crispy hash browns topped with melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this comforting dish brings warmth and nostalgia to the table. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, it’s bound to be a new favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 1 cup frozen corn (no need to thaw)
- 3 cups frozen hash browns
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in frozen corn and cream of mushroom soup; simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer the hash browns on top of the beef mixture and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option. Add bell peppers or other seasonal veggies for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat at 350°F for about 20 minutes.