Howdy My GoTo Cowboy Casserole with Hashbrowns - Kitchen20

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15-ounce/425g) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15-ounce/425g) can corn, drained
• 1 (15-ounce/425g) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 packet (1 ounce/28g) taco seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
• 4 tablespoons (30g) all-purpose flour
• 2 cups (475ml) milk (whole or 2% recommended)
• 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups (225g) shredded cheddar cheese
• 20 ounces (567g) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and patted dry
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Chopped green onions or fresh parsley for garnish