Easy "Meat and Potatoes" casserole to share

[BlueMoose]

WARNING! WARNING! Hardcore food snobs should read no further. This recipe is not for you!;) :D


Anyway, I just wanted to share this recipe which I am actually going to make tonight for DH. It's really quick and easy to put together, and he loves it! It satisfies his meat and potatoes cravings. I've made it quite a few times, and I like it because I can put it together and bake it in the afternoon, then he can take it out of the fridge and heat it up when he gets home at 7 or 8.

* Exported from MasterCook *

Meat and Potatoes Casserole

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Poultry

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 lb ground turkey
1 pkg (7.8 oz) Hungry Jack Au Gratin Potatoes
1 can (15 oz) pizza sauce
2 cups water
1 cup milk
1 can sliced mushrooms -- drained
4 oz mozzarella cheese -- shredded

Heat oven to 400 F. Brown turkey in a large nonstick skillet until thoroughly cooked. Meanwhile, in a 2 quart baking dish, combine potatoes and contents of sauce packet from potatoes. In a medium saucepan, combine pizza sauce and water. Bring to a boil. Pour over potato mixture; mix well. Add milk, mushrooms and turkey mixture; mix well. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven; stir gently. Sprinkle with cheese. Return to oven; bake another 10 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes to thicken sauce.

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[valchemist]

when I read the warning, I couldn't wait to get through your first paragraph to see the recipe (non food snob here). This is just what I need for DH now that I am about to end maternity leave. (only working part time from home, but I am still going to feel overwhelmed, I am sure.)

thanks, chrisi. I will definitely make this one!

val

[Jewel]

Chrisi, it looks good! :) I'm still one who keeps boxed potatoes and Zatarains mixes in the cupboard too, so I'm not a Food Snob! As long as we're putting 'sinful' recipes on the board, here is one I found on allrecipes.com that I'm dying to try...even though it sounds like something I shouldn't like now that I'm 'cultured' ;) It's called:

BUBBLE PIZZA

1 pound ground beef
1/4 pound sliced pepperoni sausage
1 (14 ounce) can pizza sauce
2 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough
1/2 onion, sliced and separated into rings
1 (10 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese


Directions

1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Stir in pepperoni, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in pizza sauce. Remove from heat, and set aside.
2 Cut biscuits into quarters, and place in the bottom of baking dish. Spread meat mixture evenly over the biscuits. Sprinkle top with onion, olives and mushrooms.
3 Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Sprinkle top with mozzarella and Cheddar cheese. Bake an additional 5 to 10 minutes, until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

[BlueMoose]

Jewel,
I've seen a recipe along that line before, and I think my SIL makes it. That does sound good...something maybe the kids would like. Thanks!

[kima]

I have always wondered- when you all are at the allrecipes site do you just browse around, type in a specific ingredient or what? Does the recipe have to have alot of good reviews before you try it? Just curious!:rolleyes:

[BosunsWife]

BlueMoose, you had me wanting to make that casserole until I got to the mushrooms - both DH and I HATE mushrooms. I wonder what I could substitute?

Jewel, your recipe looks good (and easy to leave the 'shrooms out of since they probably wouldn't be missed), I'll have to put it in my list of post pregnancy recipes (fast and easy).

I need to compile a list of good, nutritious and easy to fix meals for the period of time AFTER my parents go back home after the baby is born. Mom has promised me she will stock the freezer before they go home, but it won't last forever.

[BlueMoose]

You could just leave the mushrooms out. I happen to looove mushrooms!

[Terrytx]

Here is another good one, along that line. A kid pleaser for sure.


* Exported from MasterCook *

Pop-Up Pizza Casserole

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Beef Casserole
Quick & Easy

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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Pop-Up Pizza Casserole

Recipe By : Sandy's Recipe Journal
Serving Size : 10 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Main Dishes

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 cup chopped green peppers
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic -- minced
1 dash salt
1/8 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 envelope dry spaghetti sauce mix
1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
1/2 cup water
15 ounces tomato sauce
8 ounces Mozzarella cheese -- shredded
Batter:
1 tablespoon oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preheat oven to 400 F. In a large skillet, brown ground beef; drain off
all fat. Stir in next 9 ingredients; simmer 10 minutes, stirring
occasionally. In a small bowl, combine milk, oil and eggs; beat 1 minute
at medium speed. Lightly spoon in flour and salt; beat 2 minutes at medium
speed or til smooth. Pour hot meat mixture into an ungreased 9x13-inch
baking dish. Top with Mozzarella cheese, covering filling completely. Pour
popover batter over all and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Bake at 400 F. for 25-30 minutes or until puffed and deep golden brown.
Serve immediately, cutting into squares to serve.

Serves 8-10



Source:
"posted by SandyOH"

[Jewel]

Originally posted by kima
I have always wondered- when you all are at the allrecipes site do you just browse around, type in a specific ingredient or what? Does the recipe have to have alot of good reviews before you try it? Just curious!:rolleyes:

Maureen, allrecipes.com is one of my favorite sites to browse on! :) It's not as high-brow as Epicurious, but it's also got a bit more variety since the recipes aren't Bon Appetit or Gourmet Mag, they're from someone's recipe file at home most of the time! I've done both...sometimes I go in with a mission and other times I just browse. If I've got a soup craving but don't know what kind to make I'll click on soups and just browse!

I don't like that some recipes are 'by subscription only' now and I do pass over those (shame on CL for being one of them! :eek: ) but I do look at the reviews and listen when most say 'too much salt' or 'try subbing thyme for the rosemary'. A recipe doesn't have to have gobs of good reviews for me to try it. I've been the first reviewer on quite a few! Gotta take chances in life! :p

[kima]

Thanks Jewel!! Now when I look at a review I'll be wondering if that is yours. Need to spend more time there. Like I need more recipes and time on the computer!Do you ever post any recipes there?

[LaraW]

Jewel, that recipe you posted looks like one we used to have when I was growing up. We called it Pizza Casserole and we loved it! :)

Lara

[valchemist]

Chrisi,

what do the directions mean by "turkey mixture?" is there something that is supposed to be added to the turkey when it is browning?

I am making this tonight...

:confused:
val

[lsdesign]

Well, I didn't think I was a food snob but the casserole sounds dreadful to me, Bluemoose! Maybe it's the pizza sauce that throws me. Any how Terrytx, can't wait to try your version of the pizza casserole. I'd try the other however those refrigerated biscuit things gross me out. There's like these waxy grease shards in them when you take them out of the package. They can't in any way be a teeny bit good for you.

[BlueMoose]

Originally posted by valchemist
Chrisi,

what do the directions mean by "turkey mixture?" is there something that is supposed to be added to the turkey when it is browning?

I am making this tonight...

:confused:
val

Sorry, Val. I don't know what that means. I'll go back and change it.

Oops. It won't let me change it. Too much time has passed.

[BlueMoose]

Originally posted by lsdesign
Well, I didn't think I was a food snob but the casserole sounds dreadful to me, Bluemoose! Maybe it's the pizza sauce that throws me. Any how Terrytx, can't wait to try your version of the pizza casserole. I'd try the other however those refrigerated biscuit things gross me out. There's like these waxy grease shards in them when you take them out of the package. They can't in any way be a teeny bit good for you.

Gosh, was that comment really necessary? Nothing like making me feel bad first thing in the morning.:(

[valchemist]

Originally posted by lsdesign:
Well, I didn't think I was a food snob but the casserole sounds dreadful to me, Bluemoose! Maybe it's the pizza sauce that throws me.


well, we'll see about that! It sounds fine to me. I will let you know how we like it either tonight or tomorrow morning.

I will go modify my recipe so I am not confused by the directions in the future. thanks Chrisi.

Val

[SandyM]

I can't imagine telling someone their recipe sounded dreadful.

[AndreaM]

I think the recipe sounds great BlueMoose, in fact I bought all the ingredients yesterday, and I am making it this afternoon for my husband to heat up later (like you do). I thought this would be a great thing to make since I have to work until 10:00 PM tonight... and he is a big meat and potato eater. I'm sure he'll like it.

[valchemist]

I was going to apologize for loving this. but I don't think I will.

I will proudly say -- this is great, chrisi!

It is a rainy, raw day here and this dinner was great comfort food, and ridiculously easy to prepare! The sauce gets all creamy and thick and the meat and potatoes really hit the spot. I love the taste. Next time I make it (and there will definitely be a next time) I will add some kind of herb or spice. I am bad at improvising, though, so I am not sure what I should try. Any ideas? anyone?

The nutritional info is pretty good, too, surprisingly. Mastercook didn't recognize the Hungry Jacks, so I manually entered them into the Mastercook ingredient list.

Here is the info, assuming six (generous) servings:

Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 382 Calories; 15g Fat (34.6% calories from fat); 24g Protein; 38g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 76mg Cholesterol; 1364mg Sodium. Exchanges: 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1 Fat.

val

p.s. I am like you chrisi. I often eat before DH because he gets home late. So I will warm some up for him later. I will let you know what my "meat and potatoes man" thinks.

[BlueMoose]

I hope you're not just saying that to make me feel good. I've been worried all day that I'm the "joke of the bulletin board":rolleyes: .

[slknight]

Originally posted by BlueMoose
I hope you're not just saying that to make me feel good. I've been worried all day that I'm the "joke of the bulletin board":rolleyes: .

Oh, Chrisi. I hope you don't feel like that! I don't think any of us think that way. I don't know if I'll make the recipe (don't like mushrooms), but I appreciate that you posted it!

(((Hugs)))

-Susan

[valchemist]

Originally posted by BlueMoose
I hope you're not just saying that to make me feel good. I've been worried all day that I'm the "joke of the bulletin board":rolleyes: .

I hope it didn't sound that way...
I really enjoyed it!

Unfortunately, DH went out to dinner, so I will have to wait until tomorrow to see what he thinks of it. He will have the leftovers for lunch.

val

[Wendy w]

Originally posted by SandyM
I can't imagine telling someone their recipe sounded dreadful.

Me neither. Chrisi, I don't think that you are the joke of the bulletin board at all. You are a very kind and sensitive person. In many threads, we have acknowledged that we have diverse tastes among us and many members have husbands and children who are picky -especially when they are die hard meat and potato people and they are entitled to their comfort food as well. In other words, I am sure that there are others who appreciate this as they try to compromise and please their families.

This brings to mind my Mom's Ham and Noodle Casserole from the 1940's which has ham (duh), green pepper, cheese and noodles, obviously. It happens to be really good and if anyone is interested, I will be happy to post it - providing my Mom can find the cookbook.

[SandyM]

Originally posted by Wendy w
I don't think that you are the joke of the bulletin board at all. You are a very kind and sensitive person.

Ditto, from me.

Don't even get me started on how my dogs feel about you!!! :D :D :D

Wendy - I'd like that recipe please. It sounds like a great comfort dish.

[Carolina68]

Just for the record, I think both the recipes by BlueMoose and by TerryTx that are posted on this thread sound great. I printed them both out and have them on my "to try" list.

Thanks for sharing ladies, I think both of you are great contributors to this bb.

[AndreaM]

I made the meat and potatoes casserole yesterday and had it ready for my husband to heat up when he got home from work since I had to work late. It worked out great, and he really liked it. I had to eat at work, but still tried a little when I got home (what was left of it anyway....poor guy isn't too good with his portion control, but at least he is eating healthier food lately so that is a start). Anyway, I thought it was very good too. Only change I made was that I didn't add any mushrooms since I somehow missed that in the ingredient list. We're not huge mushroom fans though, so we thought it was just fine without them. We'll definitely have this again when we need a quick and tasty meal.

[lanie]

Hey Chrisi! Thanks for posting a great recipe - made it last night - got a 'meat & potato' guy here too! Used Betty Crocker gratin potatoes (we don't get Hungry Jack here) and tomato sauce - we LOVED it!

Hello Chrisi - why would you let such a RUDE comment bother you??????? Consider the source:D

[Jewel]

OK, as long as we're sharing 'comfort' stuff, I'll share my lowbrow casserole that we really enjoyed on Wednesday night! :D I'm NOT a cabbage fan but DH is, and he's always been trying to get me to try cooking it. I found a recipe online that I 'played with' and surprised him with. He was skeptical at first, but ended up loving it!

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Smothered Cabbage & Kielbasa over Mashed Potatoes

1 TBS Vegetable Oil
1 TBS Butter
1 lb Turkey Kielbasa cut diagonally into 1/2" slices.
4 cups cabbage, chopped
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 cup chicken broth
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp cornstarch
**Mashed Potatoes (use favorite recipe)

In large skillet heat oil and butter over medium heat till hot but not smoking. Sautee Turkey Kielbasa until browned. Add cabbage and onion, and cook until cabbage is lightly browned, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Mix chicken broth, cayenne pepper and cornstarch in small bowl and add to skillet. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer partially covered until cabbage is tender and sauce thickens slightly, about 15 minutes. Serve over mashed potatoes.
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[sushibones]

Mmmmmmmmmmmm! Thanks, Jewel, for the recipe. I love cabbage and mashed potatoes together (must be the Irish in me). This sounds yummy, and I even have a head of cabbage in the ice box I've been trying to decide what to do with. I'll put your recipe on the menu this weekend.

[pammy]

Um, Jewel, you did marry a man from PITTSBURGH, didn't you? Those of us from the 'Burgh take our "hunky" food seriously. Now, I hope that you make him pieroghies smothered in fried onions. In terms of food snobbery, Mrs. T is the equivalent of Julia Child in Pittsburgh.

[Jewel]

Originally posted by pammy
Now, I hope that you make him pieroghies smothered in fried onions. In terms of food snobbery, Mrs. T is the equivalent of Julia Child in Pittsburgh.

Pammy, I have never even seen a pieroghie...peroogy...purogy...however the heck you say it! :confused: I've heard him and my BIL's and MIL talk about them, but aren't they some kind of potato-filled something or other? Sounds totally gnarly... ;)

I'm still getting used to the idea of 'chipped ham'! :eek:

***BTW just asked DH what a Mrs. T is...he said "Does she mean Tambellini's??" :confused:

[valchemist]

Originally posted by valchemist
Unfortunately, DH went out to dinner, so I will have to wait until tomorrow to see what he thinks of it. He will have the leftovers for lunch.

DH sent me an email from work just to tell me that he liked the "meat and potatoes." I didn't even ask him to tell me -- it was an unsolicited opinion. that means he really liked it.:)

[BlueMoose]

Originally posted by valchemist


DH sent me an email from work just to tell me that he liked the "meat and potatoes." I didn't even ask him to tell me -- it was an unsolicited opinion. that means he really liked it.:)

Sounds like my DH, Val! The only time I ever hear a comment is if he really liked something ;).

[cookinator]

These both sound Great! I'm always on the prowl for man-pleasing-rib-sticking great grub to feed my human (garbage can) can't fill em up men! Not to offend anyone but I do like something easy to make but deliciously different recipes that everyone eats with abandonement. I'll quit now. Thanks guys.

[lsdesign]

Golly, BlueMoose! I didn't think you'd take it personally. Sorry it hit you that way. Some combinations do seem dreadful to me, you probably have some too. Really, no hard feelings....

[SueK]

Originally posted by pammy
Um, Jewel, you did marry a man from PITTSBURGH, didn't you? Those of us from the 'Burgh take our "hunky" food seriously. Now, I hope that you make him pierogies smothered in fried onions. In terms of food snobbery, Mrs. T is the equivalent of Julia Child in Pittsburgh.

Pammy- LOL! How true! And Jewel, being another person from the "'Burgh", you haven't tried a pierogie?! You simply must buy some---and make them just as Pam describes above! Yum! :)

[Wendy w]

Jewel, you must try pierogies! I have a great friend from PA (went to college at Pitt)and one Christmas we made them and they were wonderful! I think that they are something that you would like (potatoe and sauerkraut fillings) and great comfort type food. Lots of onions are a must!!

[Molli526]

Jewel-

You have to try some pierogies. Mrs. T's, in your freezer aisle, are the best IMHO. I like the sauted with sour cream on the side- YUM!

[browneye]

I just wanna say, I was searching for some more "easy" and "young-people-pleasing" recipes today, and came across this thread. I am putting together a Bachelor's cookbook for my boys. One is nineteen and still at home, but we came up with the idea together that he would like some of my very easy meals that he could cook. I am including all of those that I can think of that he loves, and looking for additional, young-guy pleasing, super easy, no complicated instructions recipes. Anything he can make is better than the fast-food alternatives and most are likely much more nutritional too IMO!!! LOL....I love these so-called *low brow* recipes. They remind me of when we were young and my two sisters and I had to do all of the cooking since mom worked long hours and split shifts. She found lots of super easy recipes for us to do....like this Taco Pie thingy with corn, beef, and Bisquick that we all loved to death!!!!! :D I still have to find that recipe, anybody know the one I am talking about?

These recipes certainly have a place in a repertoire of recipes, IMHO.

I found this thread and these are right up our ally- I'll be trying them out soon for a trial run, then including those that are easiest and tasty.

Thanks everyone!!!

Oh, and Wendy, if you see this, I would love your mom's ham and noodle casserole recipe if you happen to get it from her.

Ciao'

[Terrytx]

Here is one I came up to please one of my guys who was leaving to go off to school.


* Exported from MasterCook *

College Days Casserole

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Casserole Kid's Stuff


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of whatever soup (mushroom, chicken,
celery, etc.)
1/2 cup cottage cheese, optional
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon jarred roasted garlic (or garlic powder)
1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies
1 1/2 cups shredded cheese of your choice, divided
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 soup can milk
2 cups cooked meat (ham, hamburger, chicken,
etc.)
1 (20 oz.) bag Ore Ida Potato Crispers, or any other
frozen potatoes (Tater tots, hash browns,
etc.

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except 1/2 cup cheese. Mix well.
Transfer to a 2 1/2 quart Casserole that has been sprayed with cooking
spray. Cover and bake for 45-60 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Note: Vegetables, such as mixed, peas, corn, or beans may be added.

[browneye]

Terry!

Thanks so much- I am sure this is right up his ally too! I forgot about that old *tater tot casserole* I made years ago. It was very similar to this one you posted, only it had a can of cheese soup, ground beef, can of cream-of-anything soup, etc.... LOL...my boys used to eat that stuff like it was the last supper!!!

:D

Better than McDonalds, I say...... LOL

:D

You gotta have a sense of humor with food when you have kids, no?
Ciao' and thanks again.

[Linda in MO]

Not a casserole, but it's very popular around my house and it's really easy to make...

* Exported from MasterCook *

Meat Loaf Pie

Recipe By :slightly adapted from Country Woman, July/Aug 00, pg. 41
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Ground Beef , Main Dish


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 (5 oz.) can evaporated milk
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
few dashes Morton's Nature's Seasoning -- optional
ground pepper, to taste
1 pound lean ground beef
ketchup -- to taste (recipe calls for 1/3 cup, but I use less)
1 cup cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon oregano or Italian seasoning -- crushed
1 Tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese -- or more to taste

In a bowl, combine milk, bread crumbs, garlic salt, nature's seasoning, and pepper.

Add beef; mix well.

Press meat mixture onto the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of a greased 9 inch pie plate.

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20 minutes; drain carefully.

Spread with ketchup. Sprinkle with cheddar, oregano, and Parmesan.

Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and cheese is melted.


Serving Ideas : Serve with mashed potatoes and corn.

[SandyM]

Hiya Paula,

Here's a thread with Wendy's casserole. I did try it, and it's really good!! Thanks Wendy!! :D

http://community.cookinglight.com/showthread.php?threadid=23822&highlight=ham+casserole

[sushibones]

Here's a Bisquick Taco Pie I found with a google search. You realize there are about 100 different versions of this, don't you. This one appealed to me, and may even be the original. There is another version with corn and tomato sauce instead of (in addition to?) the chilies. I just did a google search using "bisquick taco." Lots of recipes to choose from. The backofthebox site listed below probably will offer a gold mine of recipes as well. How about a recipe for Frito Pie? Not nutritious in the least, but yummy, and very likely to appeal to a growing boy. :D


Impossibly Easy Taco Pie
PREP: 15 min; BAKE: 35 min; COOL: 5 min

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 envelope (1 1/4 ounces) taco seasoning mix
1 can (4 1/2 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1/2 cup Original Bisquick®
3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese (3 ounces)
Salsa, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

1. Heat oven to 400°. Grease 9-inch pie plate. Cook ground beef and onion in 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain. Stir in seasoning mix (dry). Spoon into pie plate; top with chilies.

2. Stir milk, eggs and Bisquick until blended. Pour into pie plate.

3. Bake about 25 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 8 to 10 minutes longer. Cool 5 minutes. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Makes 6 to 8 servings
Nutritional Info per 1 Serving: 310 calories (170 calories from fat); 19 g fat (8 g saturated); 130 mg cholesterol; 630 mg sodium; 14 g carbohydrate (1 g dietary fiber); 22 g protein.
High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): Increase first bake time to about 28 min.
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This recipe courtesy of Back of the Box Recipes.
www.backofthebox.com Home Page
This recipe displayed with permission from General Mills, Inc.

NOTE: Well, the site where I got this presumably had permission. I just copied it. LOL.

[sushibones]

Sorry, just noticed you asked for the Taco Pie recipe with corn and tomato sauce. Here it is.

Taco Bake

Prep: 20 min; Bake: 35 min; Cool: 10 min
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 envelope (1 1/4 ounces) taco seasoning mix
1 can (16 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (16 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
2 cups shredded Cheddar or process American cheese (8 ounces)
2 cups Original Bisquick®
1 cup milk
2 eggs
Sour cream, chopped tomato and shredded lettuce, if desired


1. Heat oven to 325°. Grease rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches.

2. Cook ground beef and onion in 10-inch skillet, stirring frequently, until beef is brown; drain. Stir in dry seasoning mix, tomato sauce and corn. Spoon into pan; sprinkle with cheese. Mix Bisquick, milk and eggs until smooth. Pour over beef mixture.

3. Bake about 35 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before cutting. Serve with remaining ingredients. Top with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and sour cream for a typical treat. To make it extra-special, add sliced ripe olives, guacamole and something spicy such as chopped jalapeño chilies or crushed red pepper.

Makes 8 servings

1 Serving: Calories 470 (Calories from Fat 215); Fat 24g (Saturated 11g);
Cholesterol 115mg; Sodium 1300mg; Carbohydrate 39g (Dietary Fiber 3g);
Protein 25g

High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): Heat oven to 375°.
__________________________________________________ __________
This recipe courtesy of Back of the Box Recipes.
www.backofthebox.com Home Page
This recipe displayed with permission from General Mills, Inc.

[browneye]

SUSAN!!!! :D That's definitely the one- the one with corn and tomato sauce and taco seasoning :D too funny, I haven't made that one in years, but I remember the boys loving it when they were younger, as did I when I was a little one. Oh thanks so much, it's going on this week's menu for a re-run! LOL.

I'm sure he'll want that one included in my little cookbook.

Thanks again, I didn't know about that website, I'll check it out. There's probably lots more stuff there I've actually tried out a time or two through the years that I've totally forgotten about.


You guys are awesome

Sandy-thanks for the link to Wendy's casserole. I'll give that one a whirl as well.

Linda- that meat loaf pie sounds just like my kiddo. He's a meatloaf fan, too. He'd be able to make that one no worries. Looks great for him. THanks so much.

Ciao'

[sunberst]

this sounds yummy blue moose & i am going to make it. (i am not a food snob) :)

[beckms]

Oooooohhh....I just finished my second helping of Jewel's Smothered Cabbage and Kielbasa....It really hit the spot!

If you love cabbage and sausage, this dish is for you!

Yum.

[swquilts]

DH loves this...he couldn't believe it was a WW recipe! It also freezes and reheats very well...

TATER TOT CASSEROLE

servings | 12
estimated POINTS per serving | 5
course | Main Meals

72 Onion Flavored Tater Tots
1 lb. extra lean ground beef
1 chopped onion
1 can lowfat cream of chicken soup
1 can regular cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 cups 2% finely shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Brown ground beef and onion together,then drain.Mix in both cans of soup.Spray a 9x13 pan with Pam and arrange tater tots in a single layer.Top with beef and soup mixture,spread the cheese on top.Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.

[DmOrtega]

BlueMoose - your recipe for Meat and Potatoes Cassarole is really good. I used fresh mushrooms instead of canned and tomato sauce instead of pizza sauce. My family really enjoyed the dish.