Cattle Drive Casserole
A hearty, crowd-pleasing casserole featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy topping, and a biscuit base that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 1.5 pounds Lean Ground Beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 1 each Red Bell Pepper, seeded, chopped
- 1 each Yellow Onion, chopped
- 1 ounce Taco Seasoning Mix Can be homemade or store-bought.
- 2.5 cups Biscuit Mix, like Bisquick Substitute with self-rising flour if needed.
- 1 cup Water
- Cooking Spray, like Pam For greasing the casserole dish.
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt for more protein.
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 4 ounces Diced Green Chiles, drained
- 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese, Fiesta Blend, shredded, divided Reserve 3/4 cup for the sour cream layer.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Essential for added flavor.
- 1/2 cup Salsa, mild Can use medium salsa for more heat.
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Set the oven to 350°F. Make sure the rack sits in the middle for even baking.
Cook the Ground Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spoon.
- Cook until no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Drain off any excess fat.
Prepare the Biscuit Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine the biscuit mix and water. Stir until well mixed.
- Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray and press the dough into the dish, spreading it out to the edges.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5-8 minutes, or until the dough is set and lightly golden. Set aside, but keep the oven on.
Cook the Vegetables
- Add chopped onions and red bell pepper to the cooked ground beef. Stir and cook for about 4 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning and mix well. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Layers
- Spread the cooked ground beef mixture evenly on top of the baked biscuit layer. Press gently to create a solid middle layer.
Prepare the Sour Cream Layer
- In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, drained green chiles, 3/4 cup shredded cheese, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth.
- Carefully spread this mixture over the ground beef layer.
Add Salsa and Cheese
- Add small spoonfuls of salsa over the sour cream layer and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
Bake
- Place the casserole back in the oven, uncovered, and bake for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Check at 25 minutes; the edges should bubble and the cheese should have slight brown spots.
- Remove and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve family-style and consider garnishing with green onions or cilantro for freshness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat to restore texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 950mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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