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Cattle Drive Casserole A delicious serving of cattle drive casserole on a square white plate, showing the golden melted cheese on top and the hearty layers of beef, vegetables, and creamy sauce.

Cattle Drive Casserole

A hearty and cheesy Cattle Drive Casserole, packed with flavors to satisfy the whole family.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: casserole, cheesy casserole, comfort food, easy dinner
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Calories: 615kcal
Cost: $12

Ingredients

Biscuit Layer

  • 11.36 oz Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix reserve the garlic herb packet
  • ½ cup Cheddar cheese shredded (for the biscuit dough)
  • ¾ cup Milk for mixing with the biscuit dough

Meat Layer

  • 1 lb Ground Beef for the protein base
  • ½ cup Yellow Onion diced (adds flavor)
  • ⅓ cup Red Bell Pepper diced (for color and flavor)
  • 1 Packet Taco Seasoning for seasoning
  • ¼ cup Water to help combine the taco seasoning
  • Filling
  • ½ cup Sour Cream for a creamy layer
  • ½ cup Mayo adds richness
  • 4 oz Green Chiles canned and chopped (for a mild heat)
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded (for the filling)
  • Reserved Garlic Herb Packet from the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix

Topping

  • 1-2 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded (for a cheesy, golden topping)

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix, ½ cup cheddar cheese, and ¾ cup milk. Mix until a dough forms. Reserve the garlic herb packet for later.
    A glass bowl with a thick mixture of ingredients for the casserole, including flour and other dough elements, mixed together with a spatula, preparing for assembly in a casserole.
  • Press the biscuit dough evenly into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking until softened. Drain excess grease.
  • Add taco seasoning and water to the meat mixture. Stir well and simmer until the water is reduced.
  • Spread the seasoned meat mixture evenly over the biscuit dough base.
    A casserole dish with a cooked beef mixture, featuring ground beef, diced red peppers, and onions, layered on top of a base, ready to be baked with cheese and other ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, green chiles, and the reserved garlic herb packet. Stir until smooth.
    A clear glass mixing bowl containing shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, green chilies, and seasoning powder, ready to be mixed into a delicious casserole for the cattle drive dish.
  • Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the meat layer.
  • Top with 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
    A casserole dish filled with a hearty cattle drive casserole topped with a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese, ready to be baked. The casserole looks creamy with savory layers of ingredients.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are golden.
  • Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

This casserole is the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights. The combination of savory ground beef, creamy filling, and cheesy biscuit base will make everyone at the table smile.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 615kcal (31%) | Carbohydrates: 33g (11%) | Protein: 23g (46%) | Fat: 44g (68%) | Saturated Fat: 16g (100%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 93mg (31%) | Sodium: 1286mg (56%) | Potassium: 329mg (9%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 8g (9%) | Vitamin A: 1096IU (22%) | Vitamin C: 13mg (16%) | Calcium: 379mg (38%) | Iron: 3mg (17%)
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