Choose one grain, meat, and sauce. Multiple vegetables can be included. Seasoning and toppings can be added, if desired.

Whole Grains (Cooked)

Vegetables (Frozen, canned, or fresh)

Protein

Sauce

Seasonings & Toppings
1 1/2 to 2 Cups 1 1/2 Cups 1 1/2 ro 2 Cups 1 Cup or 1 Can Soup + 1/3 Cup Milk or Water Optional (measure to taste)
  • Whole grain noodles, macaroni, spaghetti, or other pasta
  • Brown rice
  • Barley
  • Bulgur
  • Mixed vegetables
  • Tomato
  • Corn
  • Green bean
  • Acorn squash
  • Pea
  • Broccoli
  • Green pepper
  • Cabbage
  • Zucchini
  • Potato
  • Turnip
  • Sweet potato
  • Tuna fish
  • Cooked beans
  • Pork and beans
  • Split peas (uncooked)
  • Lentils (uncooked)
  • Canned meat
  • Eggs (uncooked)
  • Cooked lean hamburger
  • Cooked turkey
  • Cooked chicken
  • Cooked pork
  • Canned beans
  • White sauce
  • Homemade cheese sauce
  • Tomato soup
  • Cream soup

Seasonings

  • Salt (up to 1/4 teaspoon)
  • Pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion, celery, or green pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon parsley, oregano, or another herb

Toppings

  • Cracker crumb
  • Bread crumb
  • Dry unsweetened cereal

Bake in oven:

Layer or mix all foods except toppings in a casserole dish. Bake at 350°F for 30-45 minutes. Add toppings and return to oven for about 10 minutes.

Cook on stovetop/electric frying pan:

Measure water for noodles or rice, cook until tender. Drain off excess water. Mix in remaining ingredients except for topping. Heat 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle on toppings.

Microwave:

Combine all ingredients except toppings. Microwave on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle on toppings.

Favorite Combinations
Type of Casserole

Whole Grains (cooked)

Vegetables

Meat

Sauce

Extra

Toppings

South of the Border
Elbow macaroni or tortillas
Corn
Lean ground beef
Tomatoes
Taco seasoning, olive
Cheddar cheese

Monterey Chicken
Egg noodles
Broccoli
Chicken
Cream of chicken soup
Green chilies
Cracker crumbs, jack cheese

Beefy Onion
Elbows
Green beans
Cubed lean beef
Cream of mushroom soup
Mushroom
Caramelized onions

Sea Special
Wide noodles
Green beans
Tuna
Cream of mushroom soup
Mushroom
Cracker crumbs

Chili Mac
Spiral noodles
Tomato, green pepper, celery, onion
Kidney beans
Tomato soup
Chili seasoning
Cheddar cheese

Taco Rice
Rice
Corn
Lean ground beef or cooked beans
Canned tomatoes
Taco seasoning or chili powder
Cheddar cheese

Featured Recipe

Chicken or Turkey Broccoli and Rice Casserole

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly oil or spray an 8-inch x 8-inch baking dish.In baking dish, mix together rice, broccoli, chicken, and cream soup (undiluted).Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes.

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