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Cattle Drive Casserole

Cattle Drive Casserole: Hearty Cozy Comfort for Family Fun

The Cattle Drive Casserole is a comforting meal perfect for family gatherings, loaded with beef, potatoes, and veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper or any color bell pepper
  • 1 large Yellow Onion or shallots/green onions
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix homemade recommended
  • 2 cups Biscuit Mix gluten-free if needed
  • 1 cup Water or broth
  • non-stick spray Cooking Spray or oil/butter
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt for healthier option
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise omit or replace with sour cream
  • 4 oz Diced Green Chiles or jalapeños
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese any shredded cheese
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 cup Salsa fresh pico de gallo for freshness
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Crispy Onions or crushed tortilla chips

Equipment

  • skillet
  • casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the lean ground beef with chopped onion and red pepper in a skillet for 7-10 minutes.
  3. Mix taco seasoning, biscuit mix, water, sour cream, mayonnaise, and diced chiles in a bowl to form a thick batter.
  4. Layer half of the meat mixture, followed by biscuit mixture, salsa, and cheese in a greased casserole dish. Repeat layers.
  5. Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving to firm up the layers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Consider using individual servings to freeze for easy meals later. Adjust liquid according to ingredient moisture to avoid sogginess.

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