As I sat down to a steaming hot plate of my mother’s famous Cattle Drive Casserole, the aroma of slow-cooked beef and onions transported me back to my childhood. It was Sundays like these that I knew I was loved, surrounded by the warmth and comfort of my family’s laughter and the scent of home-cooked meals. This beloved dish, passed down through generations, has brought our family together time and time again. If you’re looking for a recipe that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters, look no further than our iconic Cattle Drive Casserole recipe. And, if you’d like to try a variation, be sure to check out our Related Recipe:
Recipe Courtesy of Our Kitchen
CATTLE DRIVE CASSEROLE – Best Family Dinner
★★★★★ (55 Reviews)
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup milk
1 cup crushed crackers
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
1
Preheat oven to 350°F.
2
Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, until it is no longer pink.
3
Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
4
Mix in frozen peas and carrots, shredded cheese, and milk.
5
Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish and top with crushed crackers. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and the crackers are golden brown.
