Description
Experience the heart of the cowboy kitchen with this delightful Cattle Drive Casserole, a perfect blend of savory beef and vibrant vegetables. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s ideal for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Onions
- Bell peppers
- Garlic
- Canned tomatoes
- Beans
- Cheese
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until they are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute, just until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until it’s browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
- Stir in the canned tomatoes, drained beans, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- In a greased baking dish, layer the beef mixture. Sprinkle a generous amount of cheese over the top.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Once out of the oven, let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Feel free to add in other vegetables like corn, zucchini, or even spinach for extra nutrition. You can also make it spicy by adding diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.