Biscuit topped italian casserole

7 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsGround beef
½cupChopped onion
¼cupWater
¼teaspoonPepper
1can(8 oz) tomato sauce
1can(6 oz) tomato paste
1pack(9 oz) mixed vegetables thawed
8ouncesShredded mozzarella cheese
1can(10 oz) Refrigerated biscuit
1teaspoonMargarine or butter melted
½teaspoonDried oregano leaves, crush

Directions

Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease 12x8 inch (2 quart) baking dish.

In large skillet, brown ground beef and onion, drain. Stir in water, pepper, tomato sauce and tomato paste; simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vegetables and 1½ cups 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 oregano.

Bake at 375 degree F for 22 to 27 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown. 6 to 8 servings.