Tater Tot Cowboy Mix (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main ingredients
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32 ounces frozen tater tots
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1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1/3 cup whole milk
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
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2/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup
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1 cup corn kernels
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1/2 pound ground beef (85/15 lean)
# Steps to Follow:
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Let it chill on the counter for around 5 to 10 minutes—that way, it'll be easier to scoop out decent portions.
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Take the casserole out, scatter the last bit of cheese on those tater tots, and pop it back in the oven. Just a few minutes until the cheese turns all gooey.
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Stick your dish, uncovered, in the oven's center rack. Let those tots bake for about 40 to 45 minutes so they crisp up and turn golden.
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Dump the beef stuff into your sprayed baking dish. Sprinkle on some cheese, then line up all the tater tots in one, even layer across the top.
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Toss in the corn, soup, half the shredded cheddar, milk, sour cream, onion powder, black pepper, and the bacon pieces. Stir until it's all blended.
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Grab a big skillet, heat it to medium, and cook the ground beef. Break it into small bits and keep stirring until it's browned everywhere.
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Fire up your oven to 375°F. Give a 9x13 dish a quick spritz with nonstick spray, then set it aside.
# Additional Tips:
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Pre-cooked bacon bits work great, or fry the bacon before you start for even faster prep.
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Fresh or canned corn both fit—if you use canned, don’t forget to drain it well first.
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Waiting a bit after baking makes serving way cleaner and less messy.