Cowboy Casserole Tater Tots (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/2 pound ground beef (85/15)
02 - 1 cup corn
03 - 2/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup
04 - 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
05 - 1/3 cup whole milk
06 - 1/4 cup sour cream
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
10 - 32 ounces tater tots

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
02 - In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
03 - Add the corn, cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, milk, sour cream, onion powder, black pepper, and bacon to the skillet and mix well.
04 - In a 9x13 inch baking pan, layer the beef mixture, followed by the remaining cheese, and finally arrange the tater tots on top in a single layer.
05 - Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, arrange the tater tots evenly in a single layer to ensure maximum crispiness.