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Cheddar Bay Hamburger Casserole

Cheddar Bay Hamburger Casserole: Comfort Food Made Easy

Cheddar Bay Hamburger Casserole is a quick and comforting dish featuring savory ground beef and creamy cheddar, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Opt for lean ground beef for a healthier dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Feel free to swap with vegetable oil.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow onion works well as a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust according to your preference.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Consider homemade cream sauce for a lighter option.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Almond milk makes for a great dairy-free alternative.
  • to taste Salt Taste and adjust as needed.
  • to taste Pepper Taste and adjust as needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Taste and adjust as needed.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Aged cheddar gives even more flavor.
For the Biscuit Topping
  • 1 package Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix Homemade biscuit dough can be used as a substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Cold Milk for Biscuit Mix Be sure to follow package instructions.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Mix in garlic powder for added flavor if desired.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease the baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
  4. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika; mix until smooth.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  6. Prepare the biscuit topping according to package instructions; mix with cold milk.
  7. Spoon the biscuit mixture over the cheese layer evenly.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and edges are bubbling.
  9. Brush the finished biscuit topping with melted butter; let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use high-quality aged cheddar for the best flavor. Avoid overcooking the ground beef and don't overmix the biscuit topping for best results.

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