Cattle Drive Casserole
A hearty casserole packed with flavors and protein, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1.5 pounds Lean Ground Beef
- 1 piece Red Bell Pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 piece Yellow Onion, chopped
- 1 ounce Taco Seasoning Mix
Biscuit Base
- 2.5 cups Biscuit Mix, like Bisquick
- 1 cup Water
- 1 can Cooking Spray, like Pam
Creamy Layer
- 0.5 cup Sour Cream
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 4 ounces Diced Green Chiles, drained
- 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese, Fiesta Blend, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Final Topping
- 0.5 cup Salsa, mild
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink, then drain excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine biscuit mix and water; mix thoroughly and press into a greased casserole dish.
- Bake the biscuit layer for 5-8 minutes, until set and lightly golden, then set aside.
Cooking
- Add chopped onions and red bell pepper to the cooked ground beef, and stir for about 4 minutes.
- Mix in the taco seasoning and remove from heat.
Assembly
- Spread the ground beef mixture over the baked biscuit layer.
- In a bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, green chiles, ¾ cup cheese, and garlic powder; mix until smooth and spread over the beef layer.
- Dollop salsa over the sour cream layer and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Baking
- Bake in the oven for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Notes
You can add corn or black beans for extra flavor. For a spicier kick, use hot salsa or jalapeños. This dish can be prepared ahead of time to make serving easier.