Description
Discover the ultimate Cattle Drive Casserole, a hearty Tex‑Mex inspired beef bake that brings together seasoned smoked beef, black beans, sweet corn, zesty salsa, and melty cheese beneath fluffy biscuit topping. This easy, family‑friendly dish serves six and cooks in under an hour, perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Capture the comforting aroma and vibrant colors on your feed, and enjoy a satisfying, crowd‑pleasing meal that feels like a warm ranch dinner. Serve hot, and share th
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground smoked beef
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn kernels, drained
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package biscuit mix (Red Lobster)
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ground smoked beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in black beans, corn, salsa, and taco seasoning; simmer 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine biscuit mix with milk to form dough.
- Spread beef mixture in a greased baking dish; drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough on top.
- Bake 20‑25 minutes until biscuits are golden.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over casserole; bake additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat
- add diced jalapeño with the salsa. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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