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Cattle Drive Casserole

Cattle Drive Casserole: Hearty Comfort for Any Gathering

Cattle Drive Casserole is a customizable, hearty dish that brings comfort and flavor to any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Substitute with plant-based meat for vegetarian version.
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Can be replaced with green bell pepper or omitted.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Substitute with shallots for a milder taste.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix Use homemade spice mix to control flavors.
For the Biscuit Layer
  • 2 cups Biscuit Mix (like Bisquick) Can replace with gluten-free biscuit mix.
  • 3/4 cup Water Adjust based on desired consistency.
  • 1 spray Cooking Spray (like Pam) Can omit if using non-stick cookware.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can be replaced with more sour cream.
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles Substitute with jalapeños or omit for milder dish.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (Fiesta Blend) Use Mexican cheese blend for different taste.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Salsa (mild) Swap for tomato sauce if desired.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped yellow onion and red bell pepper for 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and add taco seasoning.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the biscuit mix with water until slightly lumpy. Do not overwork the dough.
  4. Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray. Spread half of the biscuit mixture in the dish, then layer with the beef and vegetable mixture.
  5. Mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, and diced green chiles. Spread this creamy filling over the beef layer.
  6. Dollop remaining biscuit mixture over the creamy filling and smooth it out. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for family gatherings and customizable for various diets. Let cool slightly for easier slicing.

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