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Cattle Drive Casserole

A hearty and comforting casserole featuring ground beef, creamy cheeses, and flaky biscuits, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the beef mixture
  • 1 lb ground beef Cook until browned
  • 4 oz cream cheese For creaminess
  • 1 packet taco seasoning For seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese Adds spice
For the biscuit layer
  • 1 box Red Lobster biscuit mix Main base of the casserole
  • 1 packet butter & herb seasoning Included in the biscuit mix
  • 1/4 cup melted butter To enhance flavor
For the topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For a cheesy top layer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and lightly grease a casserole dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned.
  3. Stir in cream cheese, taco seasoning, and pepper jack cheese until everything is melted and well combined.
  4. Spread the biscuit mixture in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 15 minutes until the biscuits are lightly golden.
  2. Mix the melted butter with the herb seasoning packet and pour it over the biscuit layer.
  3. Spread the beef mixture evenly on top of the biscuits.
  4. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over everything.
  5. Bake for about 3 more minutes until the cheese melts.
  6. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider using a mix of cheese, such as adding Monterey Jack or mixing in some crumbled feta. If you want a little heat, you can add some diced green chilies or hot sauce to the beef mixture. Make it a complete meal by adding veggies like corn or bell peppers to the beef mixture. Can be made vegetarian by substituting ground beef with black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes.