John Wayne Casserole

 🤠🧀 John Wayne Casserole 🌶️🥔

A bold, beefy, cheesy Southwestern-style casserole loaded with flavor and comfort! Cowboy-approved! 🔥🍽️

Ingredients:

* 1 lb ground beef

* 1 packet taco seasoning

* 1/2 cup water

* 1 cup diced tomatoes (drained)

* 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

* 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper

* 1 cup sour cream

* 4 oz cream cheese, softened

* 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

* 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles (optional)

* 2 cups biscuit baking mix (like Bisquick)

* 2/3 cup milk

* Salt & pepper to taste

* Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat, add taco seasoning and water, simmer for 5 minutes.

3. Stir in diced tomatoes, peppers, and green chiles (if using). Simmer another 5 minutes.

4. In a bowl, mix baking mix with milk to form a dough. Press into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

5. Spread the beef mixture over the biscuit crust.

6. In another bowl, mix sour cream and cream cheese until smooth, then spread over the beef layer.

7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.

8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

9. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with chopped parsley or green onions, and serve!

Pro Tip:

Top each serving with extra sour cream, salsa, or jalapeños for a spicy Tex-Mex kick! 🌶️🤤