Description
Indulge in the comforting layers of this hearty John Wayne Casserole, featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy goodness, and crispy tater tots that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add the chopped onion and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the onions are translucent.
- 3. Mix in the Soup: Stir in the condensed cream of mushroom soup and milk until well combined.
- 4. Layer It Up: Transfer the beef mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with a layer of frozen tater tots.
- 5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
- 6. Bake and Serve: Bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg