Description
A hearty, cheesy casserole layered with a biscuit crust, seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy cheese mixture. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this comfort food favorite is easy to customize and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Base:
- 2 cups biscuit mix
- ½ cup cold butter, cubed
- ¾ cup milk
- For the Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (red or green)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 small can (4 oz) diced jalapeños (optional for spice)
- For the Topping:
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Biscuit Base:
- Mix the biscuit mix with cold butter until crumbly.
- Stir in milk to form a dough. Press the dough into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Pre-bake for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Filling:
- Brown the ground beef with onions and taco seasoning in a skillet. Add bell peppers and diced tomatoes. Stir until well combined.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Spread the cooked meat mixture evenly over the biscuit base.
- In a separate bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, shredded cheese, and garlic powder. Spread this mixture over the meat layer.
- Sprinkle additional shredded cheddar cheese on top if desired.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a milder dish, substitute jalapeños with green chilies.
- Add more vegetables like corn or black beans for extra texture.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6th of the casserole)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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