Cheddar Bay Hamburger Casserole is a cozy, family-style dinner that brings together the bold, savory flavors of seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and fluffy Cheddar Bay biscuits. It’s easy to make, packed with comforting textures, and topped with a buttery garlic herb glaze.
For the Beef Mixture:
2 pounds ground beef (80/20 preferred)
½ yellow onion, diced
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt & pepper, to taste
2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of mushroom soup
½ cup sour cream
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
For the Biscuit Topping:
1 box Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix (e.g., Red Lobster brand)
1 cup water
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
For the Herb Butter:
¼ cup melted butter
Cheddar Bay Garlic Herb Blend (included in biscuit mix or homemade*)
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine:
1 box Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
1 cup water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Mix just until combined. Set aside to let the dough hydrate.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat:
Cook 2 lbs ground beef with ½ diced onion until browned and no pink remains.
Drain excess fat.
To the cooked beef mixture, add:
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste
Then stir in:
2 cans cream of mushroom soup
½ cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Mix well until creamy and uniform.
Pour the beef mixture into the greased casserole dish.
Drop 5–6 large spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the top.
Bake uncovered for 20–30 minutes, or until biscuits are fully cooked and golden brown on top.
While the casserole bakes, melt:
¼ cup butter
Stir in:
Cheddar Bay Garlic Herb Blend
When the casserole is done baking, immediately brush the biscuit tops with the garlic herb butter.
Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
Meat Substitutions: Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
Vegetables: Add diced bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms to the beef mix for extra nutrients.
Soup Substitute: Use homemade cream of mushroom soup or swap with cream of chicken.
Biscuit Tips: Do not overmix dough to keep biscuits fluffy.
Make Ahead: Prepare beef mixture and biscuit dough separately, refrigerate, and assemble just before baking.
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