279746 biscuit topped italian casserole

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsGround beef
½cupChopped onion
¾cupWater
¼teaspoonPepper
1(8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1(6 oz.) can tomato paste
1(9 oz.) pkg. green giant Frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
8ounces(2 c.) shredded Mozzarella cheese
1(10 oz.) can Hungry Jack Biscuits
1tablespoonMargarine
½teaspoonDried oregano leaves, crushed

Directions

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Grease 12x8 inch (2 quart) baking dish. In large skillet, brown ground beef and onion; drain. Stir in water, pepper, tomato sauce, tomato paste and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vegetables and 1½ cup of the cheese. Spoon mixture into greased baking dish. Separate dough into 10 biscuits. Separate each biscuit into 2 layers. Place biscuits near outer edge of hot meat mixture overlapping slightly.

Sprinkle remaining cheese in center and around edge. Gently brush biscuits with margarine; sprinkle with oregano. Bake at 375 degrees for 22 to 27 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown.

Submitted By BARRY WEINSTEIN On 04-17-95