Description

Discover the ultimate Cattle Drive Casserole, a comforting beef bake layered with a fluffy biscuit crust, sharp cheddar, sweet corn, and hearty black beans. This easy weeknight dinner combines smoky seasoned beef, aromatic garlic and onion powders, and a splash of grape juice for subtle sweetness. Ready in under an hour, it delivers rich flavor, satisfying texture, and a crowd‑pleasing presentation, making it perfect for busy families seeking a hearty, cheesy casserole Enjoy this casserole today

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ lb ground smoked beef, lean
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
4 oz green chiles, diced
1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup biscuit mix
½ cup milk
½ cup grape juice
½ tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13‑inch baking dish.
Brown the ground smoked beef in a skillet over medium heat; drain excess fat.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and green chiles; cook 1 minute.
Stir in corn and black beans; heat through, then remove from heat.
In a bowl, combine biscuit mix, milk, and grape juice; mix until just combined.
Spread the beef mixture in the prepared dish. Top with biscuit batter and sprinkle cheddar cheese.
Bake 25‑30 minutes until biscuit is golden and cheese is bubbly. Let rest 5‑10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a crispier topping
broil for the last 2 minutes. Substitute fresh corn or add chopped cilantro after baking for extra freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg

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