Amish Country Casserole Recipe

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 9

Amish Country Casserole Recipe for a hearty and comforting dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

543

Sugar

Fat

35g

Amish Country Casserole is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by families for generations. It is also known as a 'poor man's casserole' because of its popularity during the Great Depression when ingredients were scarce. Despite its humble origins, this casserole has become a beloved comfort food due to its hearty and satisfying flavors. The dish is made with simple ingredients such as ground beef, egg noodles, and canned soup, yet it can be customized to suit individual tastes by adding vegetables, spices, or cheese. This recipe serves as a reminder of the value of simplicity and the importance of family and community during tough times.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Cook the egg noodles according to package directions, then drain.
3.	Brown the beef and onion in the olive oil over medium heat.
4.	In a separate bowl, stir together the tomato soup and cream of mushroom soup.
5.	Layer half of the cooked noodles, then half of the meat mixture, and half of the soup mixture in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Repeat the layers.
6.	Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 10 minutes until hot and bubbly. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This casserole is a great comfort food, perfect for a hearty family dinner.

It can be easily customized by adding different vegetables or seasonings to the recipe.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the beef and cream-based soup.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this casserole is not particularly healthy, it does provide a good source of protein from the beef and carbohydrates from the noodles.
Adding vegetables such as green beans or carrots can also increase the nutrient content of the dish.

	1 lb beef , chunks or 1 lb ground beef
	1 chopped onion
	1 can tomato soup
	1 lb egg noodles
	1 can cream of mushroom soup
	1 tablespoon olive oil