Absolutely! Here’s a FULL DETAILED RECIPE for John Wayne Casserole — a hearty, cheesy, and meaty comfort dish:

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🍲 John Wayne Casserole

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Servings: 6–8

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Ingredients

Protein & Base

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (10.5 oz / 300 g) can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 (10.5 oz / 300 g) can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional for a smoky flavor)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Vegetables

• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix (or any favorite veggie mix)
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced (optional)

Topping

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & Monterey Jack)
• 1 cup French fried onions (optional, for crunch)

Carbs

• 3 cups cooked egg noodles (or elbow macaroni)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray.

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Step 2: Cook the Meat

1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
2. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
3. Drain excess fat if necessary.

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Step 3: Mix the Casserole Filling

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir in frozen peas & carrots (and bell peppers if using).
3. Add the cooked egg noodles and mix everything evenly.

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Step 4: Assemble

1. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
2. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
3. Optionally, add French fried onions over the cheese for a crunchy topping.

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Step 5: Bake

• Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and casserole is heated through.

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Step 6: Serve

• Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
• Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
• Serve hot as a main dish with a side salad or garlic bread.

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Tips & Variations

• Vegetarian version: Replace meat with cooked lentils or crumbled tofu.
• Cheese variation: Add mozzarella or pepper jack for extra flavor.
• Make ahead: Assemble the casserole and refrigerate overnight; bake the next day.
• Extra crunch: Use crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs instead of French fried onions.

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