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Hearty Baked Shipwreck Casserole: Comfort Food Made Easy Recipe

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  • Author: Hugo
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Hearty Baked Shipwreck Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish that layers ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tomato sauce over sliced potatoes. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, this casserole offers a perfect balance of savory flavors and satisfying textures, ideal for a family dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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Meat & Vegetables

  • 1 lb Ground Beef (Substitute with ground turkey or plant-based options for variety)
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots, sliced
  • 4 medium Potatoes, sliced
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper, chopped

Canned & Dairy

  • 1 can Canned Corn
  • 1 can Condensed Tomato Soup
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Others

  • 1 can Water (use the empty soup can for measurement)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Chop the onion, slice carrots, potatoes, and green bell pepper to prepare for layering.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the chopped onion for about 5-7 minutes until fully browned. Drain any excess fat to reduce grease in the casserole.
  3. Layer Potatoes: Arrange the sliced potatoes evenly in the bottom of a large casserole dish to create the starchy base.
  4. Add Beef and Onion Mixture: Spread the cooked ground beef and onion mixture evenly over the layer of potatoes, ensuring even distribution.
  5. Layer Vegetables: Place a layer of sliced carrots over the beef, then top with chopped green bell pepper for freshness and crunch.
  6. Add Corn: Spread the canned corn evenly on top of the layered vegetables to add sweetness and texture.
  7. Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the condensed tomato soup with one can of water. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste for a creamy sauce.
  8. Pour Sauce: Evenly pour the prepared tomato soup mixture over the layered ingredients in the casserole dish.
  9. Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours to allow flavors to meld and potatoes to cook.
  10. Add Cheese and Continue Baking: Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving to let it set slightly for easier portioning.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or a plant-based ground meat alternative for a different protein option.
  • Make sure to slice potatoes thinly for even cooking within the baking time.
  • Drain excess fat from cooked ground beef to avoid a greasy casserole.
  • Covering the casserole while baking helps potatoes cook through and keeps moisture in.
  • Letting the casserole rest after baking helps ingredients set and improves slicing.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: baked casserole, ground beef casserole, comfort food, layered casserole, cheesy casserole, easy dinner

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