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John Wayne Casserole

Cultural Context

John Wayne Casserole is a hearty dish that embodies the spirit of American comfort food, often associated with cowboy culture and family gatherings. Named after the iconic actor known for his roles in Western films, this casserole combines ground beef, beans, and cheese, all topped with flaky crescent rolls. It's a popular choice for potlucks and weeknight dinners, showcasing the simplicity and flavor of classic American cuisine.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground chuck
1/2 onion (diced)
1 can corn (drained)
1 can Rotel tomatoes
1 can diced tomatoes
4 ounces green chilies (canned)
1 packet taco seasoning
1 block cream cheese (softened)
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon onion powder
3 cups Bisquick
1 cup water

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

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1

Welcome viewers and introduce the recipe for John Wayne Casserole.

2

Prepare a bread crust using Bisquick by mixing 3 cups of Bisquick with 1 cup of water.

3

Spread the biscuit mixture in a greased casserole dish for the crust.

4

Brown 1 pound of ground chuck in a skillet with 1/2 diced onion; drain excess grease.

5

Add 1 can of corn, 4 ounces of green chilies, 1 can of Rotel tomatoes, 1 can of diced tomatoes, and 1 packet of taco seasoning to the browned meat; mix well.

6

Add about 3/4 cup of water to the meat mixture and stir to combine.

7

Layer the meat mixture on top of the unbaked biscuit crust in the casserole dish.

8

For the cheese topping, mix 1 block of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup of mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon of onion powder.

9

Dollop the cheese mixture on top of the casserole and spread it out as best as possible.

10

Bake the casserole in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes at 325°F until cooked through and golden brown.

11

Let the casserole cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

casserole dishskilletoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Cowboy CasseroleBeef Casserole

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