What is in Central Market Cowboy Casserole?

This chicken dish comes fully loaded! Enjoy rotini pasta combined with a creamy chicken base, sliced chicken breast, crispy bacon, roasted poblano peppers, rotel tomatoes, corn topped with a gruyere fried onion topping .

What is cowboy casserole made of?

Even so, there are four ingredients that you will find in almost every recipe for Cowboy Casserole: ground beef, corn, shredded cheese, and Tater Tots . Without all of these elements, while we're sure your casserole is going to be stick-to-your-bones delicious, it won't be a Cowboy Casserole.

Why is it called John Wayne casserole?

In her pitch, she asked the stars to provide the recipe for their favorite dish. Wayne offered a simple concoction of egg souffle, cheese, green chiles, and tomatoes. His basic recipe became known as John Wayne Casserole , and it's now adored as a breakfast classic in many households.

Why is it called King Ranch casserole?

King Ranch chicken is a Tex-Mex casserole. Its name comes from King Ranch, one of the largest ranches in the United States , although the actual history of the dish is unknown and there is no direct connection between the dish and the ranch.

Cowboy Casserole ~ Vegan Recipe ~ This Wife Cooks™ (2024)

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Cowboy Casserole ~

Kids and adults alike love this hearty and satisfying “meat and potatoes” dinner!

It’s quick and easy to make with no fussy ingredients required.

Cowboy Casserole ~ Vegan Recipe ~ This Wife Cooks™ (1)

This classic tater tot casserole is made with plant-based ground beef simmered in a quick and rich homemade gravy, then baked with vegan cheese and a whole bag of tater tots.

I thought my husband was going to lick the casserole dish, he loved it so much.

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Ingredients for Cowboy Casserole

Non-stick cooking spray
28 ounces vegan ground beef
1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup vegan beef-style broth
1/4 cup mild-flavored plant milk, such as oat or unsweetened almond
1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
2 cups vegan Cheddar cheese, shredded
32 ounces frozen tater tots

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How to Make Cowboy Casserole

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 400°F.

STEP TWO: Into a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble the ground beef. Use a spatula to break up the meat then add the onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until browned.

STEP THREE: Sprinkle the meat with flour and stir to evenly distribute. Stir in the beef-style broth, milk, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.

STEP FOUR: Into a prepared 9×13-inch baking pan, spread the beef mixture in an even layer. Sprinkle with cheese then arrange the tater tots to cover completely.

STEP FIVE: Bake for 30 minutes then serve hot.

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Storage

Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To freeze, let the casserole cool completely then transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.

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