Description
A comforting and hearty Amish Harvest Casserole that combines ground beef, vegetables, and rice in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup celery, sliced
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned corn, drained
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Topping:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onions until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add vegetables: Add carrots, celery, and sweet potato to the skillet; cook until slightly softened.
- Mix ingredients: Stir in corn, rice, soup, milk, and seasonings. Combine well.
- Bake: Transfer mixture to a baking dish, cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Add cheese topping, bake uncovered for 10 more minutes.
- Rest and serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole is versatile; feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the beef and try adding more veggies or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
