Description
This Cheddar Bay Ground Beef Cobbler is a hearty, comforting casserole combining savory ground beef, creamy soups, and sharp cheddar cheese topped with a cheesy biscuit crust inspired by classic Cheddar Bay biscuits. It’s an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dinner perfect for family meals or potlucks, delivering rich flavors and a golden, flaky biscuit topping baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 10.5 oz can condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 10.5 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Biscuit Topping
- 1 box Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix (seasoning packet reserved)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- ¼ cup butter, melted
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Brown the beef and onions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef along with the diced yellow onion until the beef is browned and the onions are softened. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish from being too oily.
- Combine the beef mixture: Stir in the chopped garlic, condensed cheddar cheese soup, condensed cream of mushroom soup, ½ cup of milk, salt, and black pepper. Cook the mixture until everything is well combined and heated through. Remove from heat and fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese for extra cheesiness.
- Prepare the baking dish: Lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the beef mixture evenly into the dish, spreading it out smoothly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the beef layer.
- Make the biscuit topping: In a medium bowl, combine the Cheddar Bay biscuit mix (omit the seasoning packet), 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 2 cups milk. Stir the mixture until it forms a batter.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the biscuit batter evenly over the ground beef layer in the dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the butter topping: While the cobbler bakes, melt ¼ cup of butter and mix it with the seasoning packet from the biscuit mix for that signature Cheddar Bay flavor.
- Finish and serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and immediately brush the biscuit topping with the seasoned melted butter. Let the cobbler rest for 5 minutes to set before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use low-fat condensed soups and reduced-fat cheese to reduce calories and fat.
- The biscuit topping can be made from scratch if preferred, but the mix provides convenience.
- Allowing the cobbler to rest helps the layers set, making it easier to serve.
- Fresh parsley not only adds color but also a mild herbaceous flavor that balances the richness.
