Vintage Casserole Recipes

A warm, easy casserole from old home cooking.

introduction

This Vintage Casserole is a simple, comforting meal that many families loved years ago. It uses pantry staples and fills the house with a warm smell. If you like simple sides, try some recipes for best sourdough discard recipes to serve with it.

why make this recipe

Make this recipe when you want a quick, filling dinner. It uses one pan and mostly canned or leftover items. It feeds a family and warms you on a cool night. It is cheap, easy, and makes good leftovers.

how to make Vintage Casserole

You mix cooked starch, a creamy soup, milk, cheese, vegetables, and cooked meat. Then you bake it until hot and the top looks light brown. It takes little work and most steps are simple mixing and baking.

Ingredients :

• 2 cups cooked pasta or rice
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 can mixed vegetables
• 1 pound ground meat (beef, chicken, or turkey)
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Bread crumbs for topping (optional)

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta or rice, cream of mushroom soup, milk, shredded cheese, mixed vegetables, ground meat, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
4. Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
5. If desired, sprinkle bread crumbs on top for added texture.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until heated through and the top is golden brown.
7. Let cool slightly before serving.

how to serve Vintage Casserole

Cut the casserole into squares and place on plates. Serve with a green salad or steamed vegetables. A slice of crusty bread or simple pickles go well on the side.

how to store Vintage Casserole

Let the casserole cool to room temperature. Cover and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe dish for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating in the oven.

tips to make Vintage Casserole

• Cook the meat well and drain any fat before mixing.
• Use well-drained canned vegetables to avoid a watery casserole.
• Stir in half the cheese and sprinkle the rest on top for a cheesy crust.
• If you use rice, choose day-old rice or cool it first so the casserole is not too soft.

variation (if any)

• Swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken for a different flavor.
• Use leftover roasted chicken instead of ground meat.
• Add chopped mushrooms or sautéed onions for extra taste.
• Top with crushed crackers or cornflakes instead of bread crumbs for a crunchy top.

FAQs

Q: Can I use fresh vegetables instead of canned?
A: Yes. Cook or steam fresh vegetables first and drain them well. Add them to the mix the same way.

Q: Do I need to cook the meat before mixing?
A: Yes. Cook ground meat until no pink remains and drain off fat. Then mix with the other ingredients.

Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes. Skip the meat and add more vegetables or use a meat substitute. You can also add cooked beans for protein.

Q: How do I reheat leftovers?
A: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until hot, or heat single portions in the microwave until warm.

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble the casserole, cover, and chill in the fridge. Bake when ready, adding a few extra minutes if cold.

Vintage Casserole

• Author: arianarecipes
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten-Free

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Description

A simple, comforting vintage casserole using pantry staples for a warm and filling meal.

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Ingredients

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• 2 cups cooked pasta or rice
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 can mixed vegetables
• 1 pound ground meat (beef, chicken, or turkey)
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Bread crumbs for topping (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta or rice, cream of mushroom soup, milk, shredded cheese, mixed vegetables, ground meat, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
4. Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
5. If desired, sprinkle bread crumbs on top for added texture.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until heated through and the top is golden brown.
7. Let cool slightly before serving.

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Notes

For variations, swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken or use leftover roasted chicken. To make it vegetarian, skip the meat and add more vegetables.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 450
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 20g
• Cholesterol: 50mg