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John Wayne Casserole

A comforting one-pan casserole featuring ground beef, creamy cheeses, and a flavorful kick of taco seasoning, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Preferred choice of meat
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can corn
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Soften before mixing
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 can biscuit dough For the base

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef, then drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, corn, and taco seasoning.
  4. In a separate bowl, soften cream cheese and mix until smooth, then add to the beef mixture.
  5. Spread the biscuit dough in the bottom of a greased casserole dish.
  6. Pour the meat mixture over the biscuit base.
  7. Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  9. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2-3 months. Reheat by baking or microwaving.