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John Wayne Casserole Recipe
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John Wayne Casserole Recipe

This John Wayne Casserole Recipe is a hearty, cheesy, and flavor-packed dish with layers of biscuit crust, seasoned beef, creamy sour cream mixture, and plenty of melted cheddar. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a comforting weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • Meat Layer:**
  • - 1 lb ground beef
  • - 1 packet taco seasoning
  • - 1 cup water
  • - 1 can 10 oz Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained
  • - ½ cup chopped onion optional
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • **Creamy Layer:**
  • - ½ cup sour cream
  • - ½ cup mayonnaise
  • - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese mixed into cream layer
  • **Crust & Topping:**
  • - 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough 8-count
  • - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • - Large skillet
  • - Mixing bowls
  • - Wooden spoon
  • - Oven

Method
 

  1. **Prep Oven & Pan**: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. **Cook Beef**: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess grease. Add taco seasoning and water, simmer 5 minutes. Stir in Rotel and onion, cook 2–3 more minutes.
  3. **Form Biscuit Crust**: Press biscuit dough into the bottom of the baking dish to form a crust.
  4. **Layer Ingredients**: Spread beef mixture over biscuits. In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayo, and 1 cup cheddar; spread over beef. Sprinkle remaining cheddar on top.
  5. **Bake**: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until cheese is bubbly, golden, and biscuits are fully cooked.
  6. **Serve**: Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Enjoy warm.
  7. 🕒 Time & Yield
  8. - Prep Time: 10 minutes
  9. - Cook Time: 30 minutes
  10. - Total Time: 40 minutes
  11. - Servings: 6–8

Notes

- Add jalapeños for extra spice.
- Swap cheddar with Monterey Jack or Colby for a different cheesy flavor.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.