{"id":2250,"date":"2025-09-14T02:57:30","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T02:57:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/storytimebuzz.com\/?p=2250"},"modified":"2025-09-14T02:57:31","modified_gmt":"2025-09-14T02:57:31","slug":"john-wayne-casserole-a-classic-comfort-food-that-brings-the-west-to-your-kitchen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/storytimebuzz.com\/?p=2250","title":{"rendered":"John Wayne Casserole: A Classic Comfort Food That Brings the West to Your Kitchen"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>John Wayne Casserole is a hearty, Tex-Mex style layered dish named after The Duke himself. There are a few variations, but the classic version has a biscuit crust, a creamy beef and veggie filling, and a cheesy topping. Here\u2019s a&nbsp;<a><\/a>straightforward recipe you can try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2e3b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd58\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tb4\/1\/16\/1f958.png\">&nbsp;John Wayne Casserole Recipe<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 1 lb ground beef<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade mix)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 1 medium onion, chopped<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 1 medium bell pepper, chopped (green or red)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 1 cup sour cream<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 1 cup mayonnaise (can reduce to \u00bd cup if preferred)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese (about 2 cups, divided)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese (about 2 cups, divided)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 1 can (8-count) refrigerated biscuits (like Pillsbury Grands)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2e3b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instructions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Prepare biscuit crust: Grease a 9&#215;13 baking dish, press biscuits into the bottom and slightly up the sides to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly set (not fully baked).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Cook beef mixture: In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain fat. Add onion, bell pepper, taco seasoning, and Rotel tomatoes. Cook until veggies are tender and liquid reduces, about 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Mix creamy layer: In a bowl, stir together sour cream, mayonnaise, 1 cup cheddar, and 1 cup mozzarella.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Layer casserole:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Spread cooked beef mixture over biscuit crust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Spread sour cream mixture evenly over the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Sprinkle remaining cheeses on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Bake uncovered for 25\u201330 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Cool slightly before serving so it sets up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2e3b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\u2728\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf4\/1\/16\/2728.png\">&nbsp;Optional add-ins: sliced jalape\u00f1os, black olives, corn, or black beans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd57\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t33\/1\/16\/1f957.png\">&nbsp;Serving tip: Pairs great with a side salad or Spanish rice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>John Wayne Casserole is a hearty, Tex-Mex style layered dish named after The Duke himself. 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