Cattle Drive Casserole
This easy-to-make Cattle Drive Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish combining ground beef, cheese, and a creamy topping. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family meal!
Equipment
- 9x13 pan
- Skillet
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
Casserole Base:
- 11.36 oz Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix save the garlic herb packet
- 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
- 3/4 cup Milk
Meat Mixture:
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1/2 cup Yellow Onion diced
- 1/3 cup Red Bell Pepper diced
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning
- 1/4 cup Water
Creamy Layer:
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 1/2 cup Mayo
- 4 oz Green Chiles canned, chopped
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
- 1-2 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, mix the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, and 3/4 cup milk. Make sure to reserve the garlic herb packet.
For Casserole Assembly:
- Spread the biscuit mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 pan to create the base.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef. Add in the diced onion and red bell pepper as it cooks. Drain extra grease, then stir in the water and taco seasoning. Simmer until the water reduces slightly.
- Layer the beef mixture over the biscuit base in the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, 1 cup shredded cheddar, the green chiles, and the saved garlic herb packet.
- Spread the creamy mixture on top of the meat layer.
- Finish by sprinkling extra shredded cheese on top, then bake in the oven for approximately 30 minutes.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes after baking before slicing into portions.