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Cattle Drive Casserole Recipe

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Cattle Drive Casserole is a hearty and flavorful layered dish featuring a cheesy biscuit crust topped with seasoned ground beef, fire-roasted tomatoes, green chilies, and a creamy cheese mixture. Perfect for a family dinner, this casserole combines Tex-Mex flavors with a comforting cheesy biscuit base for a satisfying meal that comes together quickly and bakes to golden, bubbly perfection.

Ingredients

Biscuit Layer

  • 1 box Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix (including the seasoning packet)
  • 3/4 cup cold water (for biscuit mix)

Beef Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water (for taco seasoning)
  • 14.5 ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
  • 4 ounce can diced green chilies, undrained

Cheese Mixture

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese (divided use: 1 cup for cheese mixture and 1 cup for topping)

Garnish

  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare casserole dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare biscuit dough layer: In a medium bowl, combine the Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix with 3/4 cup cold water, mixing just until combined. Spread the dough evenly across the bottom of your prepared casserole dish. If the dough is too sticky to spread, lightly spray your hands with cooking spray for easier handling and gently press it down to form an even layer.
  3. Partially bake biscuit layer: Bake the biscuit dough layer for 5-8 minutes until it is set but not fully browned. Remove the casserole dish from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Cook ground beef and onion: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef with the diced onion, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Continue until the beef is browned and fully cooked. If necessary, drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
  5. Add taco seasoning and vegetables: Stir in the taco seasoning packet along with 1/4 cup water. Mix in the drained fire-roasted diced tomatoes and undrained diced green chilies. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors well.
  6. Layer beef mixture: Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly over the partially baked biscuit crust in the casserole dish.
  7. Prepare cheese topping mixture: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the beef layer to add richness.
  8. Add remaining cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly over the top of the casserole for a golden cheesy crust.
  9. Bake the casserole: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  10. Cool and garnish: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes to set. Garnish with dried parsley flakes for a touch of color and freshness before serving. Enjoy your comforting Cattle Drive Casserole!

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • For extra heat, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
  • If Red Lobster Biscuit Mix is unavailable, try any cheddar biscuit mix or make your own biscuit dough.
  • Mayonnaise and sour cream can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
  • Letting the casserole rest before serving helps it set and makes slicing easier.

Find it online: https://cookedbysarah.com/cattle-drive-casserole-recipe/