Description
Dolly Parton’s hearty 5-ingredient casserole brings southern comfort straight to dinner tables with minimal effort. Creamy, cheesy layers meld together for a quick and satisfying meal that connects you to classic home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Pantry Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup biscuit baking mix (like Bisquick)
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking environment by warming the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coating a 9×9-inch baking vessel with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large skillet, thoroughly brown the ground beef over medium heat, carefully draining any accumulated fat to ensure a clean, lean protein base.
- Create the casserole foundation by combining the cooked beef, drained corn kernels, and creamy mushroom soup in a spacious mixing bowl, stirring until the ingredients are harmoniously blended.
- Transfer the robust meat mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even distribution across the surface, then generously blanket the layer with shredded cheese.
- Craft the biscuit topping by whisking the biscuit mix with cool water, creating a thick, malleable batter that can be delicately spooned across the cheesy landscape.
- Slide the assembled casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake uncovered for approximately 25-30 minutes until the biscuit layer transforms into a golden, appetizing crust.
- Remove from the oven and permit the casserole to rest for a few minutes, allowing the ingredients to settle and making it easier to serve warm and inviting portions.
Notes
- Optimize meat browning by ensuring the skillet is hot before adding ground beef, creating a nice caramelized exterior for deeper flavor.
- Drain meat thoroughly to prevent excess grease, making the casserole lighter and less oily.
- Consider using lean ground beef or ground turkey for a healthier protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Customize the dish by adding diced bell peppers or onions to the beef mixture for extra nutrition and complexity of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 831 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 74 mg