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The Cheddar Bay Ground Beef Cobbler assembled in a cast-iron skillet before baking, with biscuit dough dropped over the beef filling.
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Cheddar Bay Ground Beef Cobbler (The Ultimate Comfort Food!)

This Cheddar Bay Ground Beef Cobbler combines a rich, savory ground beef filling with a fluffy, cheesy biscuit topping. It's an easy, one-skillet comfort food dinner the whole family will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

For the Ground Beef Filling
  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1.5 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 cup cold butter 1 stick, cubed
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.75 cup milk
For the Garlic Butter Topping
  • 0.25 cup butter melted
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Oven-Safe Skillet (10-12 inch) A cast-iron skillet is ideal.
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
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Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine everything.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables.
  5. While the filling simmers, prepare the topping. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and garlic powder. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Gradually add the milk, stirring gently with a fork until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the simmering ground beef filling. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.
  8. While the cobbler bakes, mix together the melted butter, garlic powder, and fresh parsley. As soon as the cobbler comes out of the oven, brush the top of the biscuits with the garlic butter. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalProtein: 28gFat: 35gFiber: 4g

Notes

Tip 1: For the best results, use freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese. It melts better and has a more pronounced flavor.
Tip 2: Ensure your butter is very cold when making the biscuit dough to achieve a light and fluffy topping.
Tip 3: A cast-iron skillet works perfectly for this recipe, allowing for a seamless transition from stovetop to oven.
Keyword cheddar bay biscuits,ground beef casserole,savory cobbler

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