Pioneer Woman Runza Casserole Recipe
Are you looking for a warm and beefy dinner? The Pioneer Woman Runza Casserole Recipe is a fantastic choice.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of lean ground beef.
- 2 cans 8 ounces of refrigerated crescent rolls.
- 1 medium yellow onion finely diced.
- 4 cups of shredded green cabbage.
- 2 cups of shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese.
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder.
- 1/4 cup of beef broth optional.
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter for the top.
Instructions
Brown the Beef
- Heat your large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and the diced onions. Cook until the meat is brown and crumbled.
Add the Cabbage
- Stir in the shredded cabbage and the beef broth. Cover the pan and let it steam for a bit. The cabbage should become very soft and clear.
Season the Meat
- Add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder to meat. Stir everything together well in the large pan. This creates the savory filling for your dish.
Drain the Fat
- Carefully pour off any extra grease from the pan. This keeps the bottom crust from getting too soggy. Return the pan to the stove.
Prep the Bottom
- Unroll one can of crescent rolls in the dish. Press the seams together to make one sheet. This forms the base of your meat casserole.
Layer the Filling
- Spread the beef and cabbage mixture over the dough. Sprinkle all of the shredded cheese over the meat. This makes the dish very rich and gooey.
Add the Top
- Unroll the second can of crescent rolls on top. Stretch the dough to cover all the meat layers. Pinch the edges to seal the meat inside.
Bake the Casserole
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Brush the top with melted butter for a golden look. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until puffy.
Notes
- Drain the meat: Too much grease makes the dough very wet.
- Seal the seams: Pinch the dough well so meat stays inside.
- Chop cabbage fine: Small bits blend better with the beef.
- Use lean beef: 90% lean meat is the best choice here.
- Add a glaze: Brush butter on top for a shiny crust.
- Let it rest: Wait five minutes before you slice the squares.
- Cheese choice: Mozzarella is mild but cheddar adds more tang.
- Extra flavor: Add a little Worcestershire sauce to the beef.