John Wayne Casserole
My hearty Tex-Mex-inspired casserole has layers of seasoned beef, a creamy topping, and biscuit crust.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 (16.3-ounce) can Grands biscuits
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 cup onion diced
- ½ cup bell pepper diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles drained
- 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chiles drained
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 ½ cups cheddar cheese shredded and divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook 2 pounds lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Drain off the fat before adding 1 cup onion and ½ cup bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
- Add 1 packet taco seasoning, 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles, and 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilesand cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and thickened slightly.
- Combine ¾ cup sour cream, ¾ cup mayonnaise, and ½ cup of the 2 ½ cups cheddar cheese in a small bowl to make the creamy mixture.
- Remove the biscuits from 1 (16.3-ounce) can Grands biscuits and press them into the bottom of the pan, stretching and pinching as needed until they completely cover the bottom of the pan. Bake the biscuits for 12 minutes.
- After 12 minutes of baking, top the biscuits with the beef mixture, then spread the creamy mixture as evenly as you can over the top. Top evenly with the remaining 2 cups of cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and browning. Serve immediately.
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Notes
In the Refrigerator: Place leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
To Reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 45-60 seconds per serving.
Make Ahead: The meat filling and cream topping can be prepared up to 3 days in advance. When you are ready to assemble the casserole, continue with step 5 and par-bake the biscuits before moving on.
Freeze It: Once John Wayne casserole has been fully cooked, it can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let it cool completely before wrapping it in 2-3 layers of plastic wrap, followed by a layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil. To reheat it, it’s best to let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking it at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes or so, until the center of the casserole reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nutrition
Calories: 497kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 674mg | Potassium: 490mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 538IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 243mg | Iron: 4mg
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