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Cattle Drive Casserole Create a comforting casserole recipe featuring ground beef, tomatoes, onions, and a generous layer of melted cheese. The dish should be rich, comforting, and perfect for a family dinner or potluck. Offer variations for adding extra flavor with herbs or spices.

Cattle Drive Casserole

A savory, cheesy Tex-Mex casserole layered with seasoned beef, biscuit dough, and creamy toppings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix includes seasoning packet
  • ¾ cup cold water for biscuit dough
  • 1 pound ground beef for filling
  • 1 medium onion diced (for filling)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning for filling
  • ¼ cup water for taco seasoning
  • 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes drained (for filling)
  • 4 oz can diced green chilies undrained (for filling)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise for creamy topping
  • ½ cup sour cream for creamy topping
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese divided for filling and topping
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix (including seasoning packet) with ¾ cup cold water. Stir until just combined. Spread the dough evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. If the dough is too sticky, lightly spray your hands with cooking spray and spread it out.
  3. Bake the biscuit dough for 5-8 minutes, just until the dough is set. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onion, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess grease.
  5. Stir in the taco seasoning, ¼ cup water, drained fire-roasted diced tomatoes, and undrained diced green chilies. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the partially baked biscuit dough in the casserole dish.
  7. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese. Spread this mixture evenly over the beef layer.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese over the top of the casserole.
  9. Bake the casserole for 30 minutes, or until the top is melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 19gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 14gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 471mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 15mg

Notes

A satisfying, Tex-Mex inspired casserole that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or family gathering. The biscuit layer makes this dish both hearty and comforting.

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