Description
Cheddar Bay Ground Beef Cobbler is a hearty and comforting dish featuring a savory ground beef and vegetable filling topped with cheesy, garlicky biscuit dough. This easy-to-make meal brings the flavors of classic cheddar bay biscuits into a homestyle casserole that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Filling
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, etc.)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Biscuit Topping
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
Topping Finish
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for topping)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for topping)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Filling: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet over medium heat, heat a drizzle of oil, then add the ground beef and cook it until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks for an even texture.
- Cook Aromatics: Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they become softened and fragrant.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Mix in the frozen mixed vegetables, beef broth, drained diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer gently for 5 minutes to combine flavors, then remove the skillet from heat.
- Make the Biscuit Topping: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Cheese and Milk: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until evenly combined, then gradually pour in the milk, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Spread the prepared beef filling evenly in a 9×9-inch baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the top, distributing it as evenly as possible.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: While baking, mix melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley. As soon as the cobbler is out of the oven, brush this seasoned butter over the biscuit topping for extra flavor. Let the dish cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can use homemade beef broth instead of store-bought.
- Feel free to substitute mixed vegetables with your favorites like green beans or mushrooms.
- Ensure the butter for the biscuit topping is very cold to get a flaky texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
- You can add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a slight kick in the beef filling if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
