Description
A hearty and comforting Cheddar Bay Ground Beef Cobbler featuring a savory beef and vegetable filling topped with cheesy, buttery biscuit crust baked to golden perfection. This one-dish meal combines the flavors of classic cheddar bay biscuits with a warm, satisfying ground beef cobbler perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Filling
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, etc.)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Biscuit Topping
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
Topping Finish
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Filling: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, around 5 to 7 minutes. This locks in flavor and provides a rich base for your cobbler.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the browned beef. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes more, until the onions soften and the garlic is fragrant, enhancing the filling’s depth.
- Add Vegetables and Season: Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, beef broth, drained diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to meld the flavors together, then remove from heat.
- Make the Biscuit Topping: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs – this will ensure a flaky biscuit topping. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, then gradually add the milk, mixing just until a dough forms.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Spread the prepared ground beef mixture evenly in a 9×9-inch baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the top in an even layer to cover the filling.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the biscuit topping is puffed up and golden brown, signaling that your cobbler is ready.
- Finish and Serve: While the cobbler bakes, mix the melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley. Once out of the oven, brush this flavorful butter over the biscuits for an extra burst of savory goodness. Let the dish cool slightly before serving to enjoy the perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the frozen mixed vegetables with any of your preferred fresh or frozen veggies.
- If you like a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
- For a richer biscuit topping, substitute half of the milk with buttermilk.
- Make sure the butter is cold when mixing the biscuit dough for a flaky texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
