Description
This John Wayne Casserole is a hearty, Tex-Mex-inspired dish featuring layers of ground beef, cheddar cheese, biscuits, and a flavorful blend of vegetables and spices. With a biscuit base, creamy sour cream topping, and a cheesy finish, this casserole is packed with comforting flavors. It's perfect for family dinners and easy to make with simple ingredients like ground beef, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated biscuits
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking until softened. Stir in the taco seasoning and diced tomatoes (undrained). Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and layer the biscuit dough evenly across the bottom.
- Spread the beef mixture over the biscuits, then layer the sour cream mixture on top of the beef.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- You can use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version of the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1000mg