Cattle Drive Casserole
Cattle Drive Casserole is a hearty and flavorful baked dish combining ground beef, vegetables, and cheese, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or elbow macaroni)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and mushrooms until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet.
- Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook for 2–3 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef and vegetable mixture, cooked pasta, cream of mushroom soup, and milk. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, try topping with crushed tortilla chips or breadcrumbs before baking for a crispy crust.