Cattle Drive Casserole
Cattle Drive Casserole is a warm and hearty dish that captures the essence of comfort food with its layers of tender ground beef, creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this casserole is not only delicious but also easy to prepare and customize with your favorite vegetables. Enjoy a taste of the Old West that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz) low-sodium cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (frozen peas and carrots)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with onions until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and stir in garlic powder.
- In a bowl, mix cooked beef with cream of mushroom soup, mixed vegetables, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Layer half of the potato slices in the baking dish, pour the beef mixture on top, and cover with remaining potato slices.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 45 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. - Add bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition. - For added spice, incorporate chili powder into the meat mixture.