Description
John Wayne Casserole is a hearty, flavorful baked dish featuring a savory ground beef mixture layered over a buttery biscuit crust, topped with a creamy chive cream cheese mixture and melted cheese blend. Perfect for comforting family dinners, this casserole delivers a satisfying combination of Tex-Mex flavors and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 20 oz Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 12 oz canned corn, drained
- 1 oz taco seasoning (about 2-3 tablespoons)
- 1 cup water
Biscuit Crust
- 3 cups Bisquick mix
- 1 cup water
Cream Cheese Topping
- 7.5 oz Philadelphia whipped chive cream cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Cheese Topping
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook ground beef: In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and crumble it as it cooks until browned. Drain excess grease from the pan.
- Add seasonings and vegetables: Stir in 1 cup water and taco seasoning, then simmer for 4 minutes. Add diced onions, drained Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, and drained corn. Mix well, reduce heat to low, and keep warm.
- Prepare biscuit crust: In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups Bisquick mix and 1 cup water, stirring until a sticky dough forms. Spread the dough evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Assemble layers: Pour the cooked ground beef mixture over the biscuit layer, spreading evenly. In a separate bowl, cream together the whipped chive cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and salt until smooth. Dollop and spread this mixture over the beef layer. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend on top.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let sit for a few minutes before slicing and serving to allow the casserole to set.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease in the casserole.
- Ensure the biscuit dough is spread evenly for consistent crust thickness.
- Letting the casserole rest after baking helps it set better for cleaner slices.
- You can substitute Rotel with diced tomatoes and green chilies if preferred.
- For a spicier kick, add extra taco seasoning or jalapeños to the beef mixture.
