🍲 Description
Named after John Wayne, this John Wayne Casserole is a bold, layered Tex-Mex style bake featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese mixture, fresh veggies, and a golden biscuit crust. It’s rich, filling, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
😍 Flavor & Experience
Savory beef, creamy tangy sauce, melty cheese, and soft biscuit base all come together in one comforting bite. It’s cheesy, slightly zesty, and incredibly satisfying.
⏱️ Prep: 20 min | Cook: 35–40 min | Total: ~1 hr
🍽️ Servings: 6–8
🔥 Nutrition (approx per serving)
Calories: 520 kcal | Protein: 30g
🛒 Ingredients
🥖 Base
1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
🥩 Beef Layer
500g ground beef
1 small onion (chopped)
1 packet taco seasoning
1/2 cup water
🧀 Creamy Layer
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
🌶️ Toppings
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
1/2 cup bell peppers (sliced)
1/2 cup shredded cheese (extra)
👨🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven
Set to 180°C (350°F).
Prepare biscuit base
Press biscuit dough into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
Cook beef
Brown ground beef with onion. Add taco seasoning and water, simmer until thick.
Make creamy layer
Mix sour cream, mayo, and cheddar cheese.
Layer casserole
Spread beef over biscuit base → add tomatoes, peppers, jalapeños → spread creamy mixture → top with extra cheese.
Bake
Bake 30–40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Cool slightly & serve
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
💡 Pro Tips
Add black beans or corn for extra texture 🌽
Use spicy cheese for a heat boost 🔥
Swap beef for chicken for variation
