Description
Cheddar Bay Ground Beef Cobbler is a hearty, comforting casserole that combines a savory ground beef mixture with a creamy cheddar mushroom sauce, topped with a fluffy cheddar-infused biscuit crust reminiscent of the famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits. This one-dish meal is baked to golden perfection, finished with a savory butter glaze and fresh parsley, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 10.5 oz condensed cheddar soup
- 10.5 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for mixture)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
Biscuit Topping
- 1 box Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix (dry mix only)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 seasoning packet from biscuit mix
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) ensuring it reaches the right temperature for even baking.
- Cook Ground Beef and Onions: In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and diced onions. Crumble the beef thoroughly and cook until the meat is fully browned and the onions are translucent.
- Add Flavorful Mix: Stir in the chopped garlic, condensed cheddar soup, condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup milk, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine all flavors evenly.
- Add Cheese to Mixture: Fold 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the beef mixture, then remove the skillet from heat to stop cooking.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Pour the beef mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly to create a uniform base.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture layer.
- Make Biscuit Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix (dry mix only), 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 2 cups milk. Stir gently until the batter is smooth with no large lumps.
- Assemble Cobbler: Pour the biscuit batter evenly over the beef and cheese layers in the baking dish, covering the entire surface.
- Bake the Cobbler: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and fully cooked.
- Prepare Butter Topping: Mix the melted butter with the seasoning packet from the biscuit mix to create a flavorful butter glaze.
- Finish the Cobbler: Remove the dish from the oven and immediately brush the butter and seasoning mixture over the biscuit topping.
- Rest and Garnish: Let the cobbler rest for 5 minutes to allow the butter to soak in and the filling to thicken. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley as desired.
- Serve: Slice into portions and serve warm for a delicious, hearty meal.
Notes
- Ensure the ground beef is cooked fully and drained if there’s excess grease before combining with other ingredients to avoid a soggy base.
- The biscuit topping should be spread evenly to cook thoroughly and develop the perfect golden crust.
- The butter glaze is key to achieving the signature Cheddar Bay Biscuit flavor and shine on top, don’t skip this step.
- Letting the cobbler rest for a few minutes improves texture and flavor melding before serving.
- You can customize with additional vegetables like diced bell peppers or mushrooms if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
