Description
Cowboy Casserole is a hearty dish loaded with seasoned ground beef, savory beans, and gooey cheese—a crowd-pleaser perfect for any gathering or family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn, drained
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Taco seasoning to taste
- Optional: Tortilla chips for added crunch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the drained beans and corn; heat through.
- Mix in taco seasoning thoroughly.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture, optional tortilla chips, and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap ground beef for turkey or add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.