Description
John Wayne Casserole is a hearty southwestern-style comfort dish featuring layers of flaky biscuits, seasoned ground beef, vegetables, and a creamy, cheesy topping that delivers a satisfying and flavorful meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
Dairy and Condiments
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Baking Base
- 1 (16 oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the casserole later.
- Cook Beef and Vegetables: In a skillet, brown the ground beef along with the diced onion and chopped bell pepper until fully cooked; then drain excess fat.
- Add Tomatoes and Seasoning: Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies and season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to combine flavors.
- Prepare Biscuit Base: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and press the refrigerated biscuit dough evenly across the bottom to form a crust layer.
- Layer Beef Mixture: Spread the cooked beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the biscuit dough in the pan.
- Create Creamy Topping: In a bowl, mix together the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth, then spread this creamy mixture evenly over the beef layer.
- Add Cheese and Bake: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously on top and place the casserole in the preheated oven; bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey instead of ground beef.
- Add sliced jalapeños for an extra spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
