How To Make Cowboy Casserole

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Brown 1 pound of ground beef in a skillet over low heat until cooked, then drain excess fat.

Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 2 cloves of garlic to the beef, stirring to combine.

Stir in 1 package of mild chili seasoning into the beef mixture.

Add an 8 ounce can of tomato sauce to the beef and chili mix, stirring well.

Incorporate 1/2 cup of sour cream into the beef mixture, stirring until combined.

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.

Layer 1 can of drained red kidney beans over the cheese.

Add 1/2 cup of frozen corn on top of the beans.

Layer tater tots (about half of a 2 pound bag) on top of the corn.

Sprinkle more sharp cheddar cheese on top of the tater tots and a little kosher salt.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

Bake the casserole for about 45 minutes, checking for browning and covering with tin foil if necessary.

Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Garnish with additional sour cream and chopped chives or green onions, if desired.

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