Description
John Wayne Casserole is a hearty and flavorful baked dish that combines seasoned ground beef, a cheesy biscuit layer, and a creamy cheese topping. Perfect for a comforting family meal, this casserole features a savory beef filling topped with a rich cheese blend and a tender biscuit crust, baked to perfection for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Meat and Vegetables
- 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 cup water
- 1 oz taco seasoning
Biscuit Layer
- 3 cups Bisquick mix
- 1 cup water
Topping
- 7.5 oz Philadelphia whipped chive cream cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking.
- Cook ground beef: In a large skillet, add the lean ground beef over medium-high heat. Crumble the beef with a spatula as it cooks, until fully browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess grease and transfer to a plate.
- Prepare beef mixture: Return the skillet to the heat, add 1 cup water and taco seasoning, stirring well. Let simmer over medium-high heat for 4 minutes to develop flavor.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the diced onions, drained Rotel tomatoes, and drained corn. Reduce heat to low and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Make biscuit dough: In a mixing bowl, combine Bisquick mix and 1 cup water. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Assemble the crust: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the biscuit dough evenly on the bottom of the dish to form a crust.
- Layer beef mixture: Evenly spread the cooked beef mixture over the biscuit crust in the baking dish.
- Prepare cheese topping: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and salt together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add topping: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the beef layer.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend evenly over the top.
- Bake: Place the assembled casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the layers to set.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Make ahead: assemble the casserole and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave.
- Replace mayonnaise with sour cream for a slightly tangier topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
