WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND THE JOHN WAYNE CASSEROLE RECIPE?
In 1979, Cara Connery published her cookbook, “Cooking with Love from Cara and Her Friends” as a fundraiser for cancer research. To create the book she contacted celebrities she knew and asked for their favorite recipes.
Among the many stars that contributed to Connery’s cookbook, John Wayne stood out with his own submission: the now-famous John Wayne Casserole. A dish that combines robust flavors with hearty ingredients, it’s a true reflection of Wayne’s larger-than-life persona.
The original John Wayne casserole recipe has evolved over the years and thanks to the staff at the University of Mississippi Medical Center cafeteria the version we all know and love now includes a delicious biscuit crust.