John Wayne Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat & Dough Base
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16-ounce can of jumbo biscuits
02 -
2 lbs of ground beef
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1 oz taco seasoning packet (plus water as required)
→ Cheesy-Cream Layer
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½ cup mayonnaise
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½ cup sour cream
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8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded (split in half)
→ Veggies & Peppers
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4 ounces of canned jalapeño slices
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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2 medium tomatoes, sliced into rounds
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1 medium onion, sliced lengthwise
# Instructions:
01 -
Spread biscuit dough into the pan as a single base layer, pressing it up along the edges. Set the pan on a baking sheet. Bake until the edges are lightly golden, about 12-15 minutes, and set aside while leaving the oven on.
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Place the rack in the middle of your oven. Heat it up to 350°F and get your glass baking pan ready by spraying it with cooking spray.
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Cook the ground beef until browned, drain any grease, and then stir in the taco seasoning and water. Follow exactly what the packet suggests. Move it into a bowl afterward.
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Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, half the shredded cheddar, and half the onion slices in a medium bowl.
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Using the same skillet you browned the meat in, sauté the leftover onion pieces and sliced red pepper until they soften up a bit.
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Layer the biscuit base with these toppings in this arrangement: taco-seasoned beef, tomato slices, cooked veggies, jalapeños, creamy blend, and the rest of the cheddar. Let it bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes until the cheese is melted and edges are golden.
# Notes:
01 -
An oven thermometer can help you check if your oven's temperature is accurate.
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Feel free to swap in your own homemade taco seasoning in place of the packet.