Cheesy Ground Beef Biscuit Casserole

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This Cheesy Ground Beef Biscuit Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—a hearty, savory layer of seasoned ground beef, vegetables, and rich gravy topped with fluffy, golden-brown baked biscuits smothered in melted cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

For the Ground Beef Filling:

  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 or lean)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms or diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ½ cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or a pinch of dried thyme and rosemary)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional, for extra veggies)

For the Biscuit Topping:

  • 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated flaky buttermilk biscuits (like Pillsbury Grands!)
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1.Prep and Preheat:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2.Cook the Beef and Aromatics:Brown the beef with onion, garlic, and drain excess fat.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the meat is fully browned and onions are translucent (about 6-8 minutes). Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant. Drain off any excess grease.
3.Build the Rich Gravy:Stir in flour, then simmer with broth, tomato sauce, and seasonings.

Sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture and stir well for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste. Gradually pour in the beef broth, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened and bubbly. Stir in the frozen peas and carrots if using, then season with salt and pepper.
4.Assemble the Base:Transfer beef filling into the prepared baking dish.

Pour the warm ground beef filling into your greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it out into an even layer. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef.
5.Add the Biscuit Crust:Cut biscuits into quarters and arrange over the beef.

Open the can of biscuits. Cut each biscuit into quarters (or leave them in halves if you prefer larger biscuit drops) and arrange them evenly over the beef and cheese layer.
6.Bake to Golden Perfection:Brush with melted butter and bake for 20-25 minutes.

Brush the top of the biscuit pieces with melted butter. Bake uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes. Then, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the biscuits and bake for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the biscuits are puffed, golden-brown, and cooked through in the center, and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
7.Garnish and Serve:Let cool slightly before serving.

Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes so the gravy can set up slightly before dishing it out. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm!

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