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John Wayne Casserole

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This recipe is made with basic pantry staples and a few fresh ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients

For the Base:

  • 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (or crescent rolls)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the dish)

For the Beef Layer:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped (red, green, or yellow)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced jalapeños (optional, for heat)

For the Creamy Layer:

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

For the Cheesy Topping:

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Pickled jalapeño slices (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Biscuit Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
  3. Press the biscuit dough into the bottom of the dish, flattening it evenly to form a crust.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Beef Mixture

  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add the onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Drain excess grease, then mix in the Rotel tomatoes and diced jalapeños.

Step 3: Make the Creamy Cheese Layer

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  2. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the cooked beef layer in the casserole.

Step 4: Assemble the Casserole

  1. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the biscuit crust.
  2. Add the creamy sour cream and mayo mixture on top.
  3. Sprinkle with remaining 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Top with pickled jalapeños and a pinch of black pepper and paprika for extra flavor.

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  2. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

What to Serve with John Wayne Casserole

This hearty casserole pairs well with:

  • Mexican Rice or Cilantro Lime Rice
  • Cornbread or Garlic Bread
  • Coleslaw or Green Salad
  • Avocado Slices or Guacamole
  • Pickled Jalapeños for extra heat

  • Author: niold.com