Author: Charlotte
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Shepherd’s Pie Casserole with Beef, Vegetables, and Mashed Potato Topping
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 1/2 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks 6 tbsp unsalted butter, divided 3/4 cup whole milk, warmed 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tsp kosher salt, divided,…
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Cheesy Sausage Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings (one 9×13-inch casserole) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 (30-ounce) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing the pan) 1 pound breakfast sausage (or 12 ounces bacon), cooked and crumbled 10 large…
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Classic Green Bean Casserole With Crispy Fried Onion Topping
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings (one 9 x 13-inch casserole) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 lb (907 g) fresh green beans, trimmed 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided (plus more for blanching water) 3 tbsp unsalted butter 12 oz (340 g) cremini mushrooms,…
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Baked Mac and Cheese Casserole With Crunchy Breadcrumb Topping
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 10–12 servings (1 baked 9 x 13-inch casserole) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (454 g) elbow macaroni 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, divided 1/3 cup (40 g) all-purpose flour 3 1/2 cups (840 ml) whole milk, warmed 1/2…
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Cheesy Stuffed Pepper Casserole With Beef, Rice, and Peppers
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Quick Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups) 3 medium bell peppers (any colors), diced (about 3 cups) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound ground beef (85%–90% lean) 1…
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Cheesy Beef and Bean Enchilada Casserole Bake
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 lb ground beef (85/15) 2 tbsp chili powder, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1…
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Classic Meat Lasagna With Ricotta and Mozzarella
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8–10 servings (one 9 x 13-inch lasagna) Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (includes resting time) Quick Ingredients 1 lb (454 g) ground beef (85/15) 1/2 lb (227 g) Italian sausage (sweet or hot), casings removed 1 medium yellow onion,…
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Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole With Peas and Crunchy Topping
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 oz egg noodles 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water, drained 1 cup frozen peas 3 tbsp unsalted butter 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup) 2 celery ribs, finely chopped…
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French Onion Chicken and Rice Casserole with Gruyère and Crispy Onions
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6 thighs) 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided; 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 tsp dried thyme 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 tbsp…
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Chili Cornbread Casserole With Cheddar and Scallions
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings (9×13-inch casserole) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 55 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (plus 10 minutes rest, optional) Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large yellow onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 lb ground beef (80–90% lean) 2…
