Best 6 7 Layer Dinner Recipes

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**7-Layer Dinner: A Complete Meal in One Pan**

If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, look no further than 7-layer dinner. This hearty and flavorful dish is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. Plus, it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.

This classic casserole features layers of ground beef, potatoes, corn, carrots, celery, cheese, and cream of mushroom soup. The result is a creamy, comforting dish that the whole family will love.

But that's not all! This article also includes three variations on the classic 7-layer dinner recipe, so you can find the perfect one for your taste buds.

* **One-Pot 7-Layer Dinner:** This version of the dish is made entirely in one pot, making it a breeze to clean up.

* **Slow-Cooker 7-Layer Dinner:** If you're short on time, you can make this dish in your slow cooker. Just throw all of the ingredients in the pot in the morning, and dinner will be ready when you get home from work.

* **7-Layer Taco Dinner:** This fun and flavorful twist on the classic recipe features layers of ground beef, taco seasoning, corn, black beans, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SEVEN-LAYER DINNER (AKA SHIPWRECK CASSEROLE)



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Seven Layer Dinner (aka Shipwreck Casserole) is an easy-to-make all-in-one dinner. Tomato soup, beef, rice, and vegetables make this a tasty dinner.

Provided by Barbara99

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, sliced
2 medium-sized potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch thick)
½ - ¾ pound extra lean ground beef
½ cup celery, chopped
1/3 cup parsnips, thinly sliced (about 1/16 inch thick)
1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
½ cup frozen peas
scant ½ cup Minute Rice
1 - 284ml can tomato soup
1 - 284ml soup can of water
Salt and Pepper

Steps:

  • Assemble and prepare ingredients. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease deep 2-quart casserole.
  • Peel and slice onions and place in casserole.
  • Add the layer of sliced potatoes and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Add the layer of ground beef. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Add celery, parsnips, carrots, and frozen peas. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle ingredients with rice. Mix the tomato soup and water together and pour over casserole ingredients.
  • Cover and bake for 1½ - 2 hours, or until vegetables are tender.

SEVEN LAYER CASSEROLE



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Tasty and filling, this is a wonderful 'got everything in the house' recipe!! This recipe is very versatile. I have substituted many different ingredients like yams, corn and even cheese soup. It all comes out yummy!

Provided by ZAAVAN

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup uncooked long-grain white rice
3 potatoes, sliced
1 onion, sliced into rings
2 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 (15 ounce) can green peas, with liquid
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can water
1 pound pork sausage, sliced and browned
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish layer the rice, potatoes, onion, carrots, peas, tomato soup with water, and sausage. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake covered at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes, or until fork tender. Remove cover for last 5 minutes of baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 1366 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

SEVEN LAYER DINNER



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This was and is my favorite casserole and I hope you will enjoy it as much as my family does. Great warmed up the next day.

Provided by Ruth

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 2h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 potatoes, thinly sliced
3 carrots, thinly sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
½ cup uncooked long-grain rice
2 (8 ounce) cans peas, with liquid
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can water
1 pound pork sausage
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Layer potatoes, carrots and onions in a large buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle the uncooked rice over the vegetables. Then add the peas (with liquid) and arrange the pork sausage on top of that. Dilute tomato soup with a can of water and pour over the sausage. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake covered in a preheated oven for 1 hour, then uncovered for an additional hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619.8 calories, Carbohydrate 53.4 g, Cholesterol 61.7 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1611.8 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

SEVEN LAYER TACO DIP



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I am continuously asked to bring this dip for parties and family get-togethers. People gather around the platter until it's gone.

Provided by SUE CASE

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 56

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 large tomato, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 bunch chopped green onions
1 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, blend the taco seasoning mix and refried beans. Spread the mixture onto a large serving platter.
  • Mix the sour cream and cream cheese in a medium bowl. Spread over the refried beans.
  • Top the layers with salsa. Place a layer of tomato, green bell pepper, green onions and lettuce over the salsa, and top with Cheddar cheese. Garnish with black olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 178.1 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

SEVEN LAYER DIP I



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This is a great party dip because it's best served at room temperature. You can set it out on the table early and finish cooking the rest of your meal.

Provided by DPEREZ7

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
4 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 cup guacamole
1 cup salsa
1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives, chopped
½ cup chopped tomatoes
½ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef. Set aside to drain and cool to room temperature.
  • Spread the beans into the bottom of a 9x13 inch serving tray that is about 1 1/2 inches deep. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheese on top of beans. Sprinkle beef on top of cheese. Spread sour cream very slowly on top of beef. Spread guacamole on top of sour cream. Pour salsa over guacamole and spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese. Sprinkle black olives, tomatoes, and green onions on top.
  • You can serve this dish immediately, or refrigerate it over night and serve cold. I think it tastes better at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 447.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

SIX-LAYER DINNER



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I originally came across a five-layer version of this dish at a Home Extension program. I increased the ground beef and added the celery myself, and my family prefers this version.-Charlotte McDaniel, Williamsville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
3 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large green pepper, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Layer beef with onions, potatoes and green pepper, seasoning each layer lightly with salt and pepper. Top with celery, tomatoes and basil. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 795mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: To save time, cook the ground beef and rice ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator. You can also chop the vegetables and cheese in advance.
  • Use Leftovers: If you have leftover cooked chicken or turkey, you can use it in place of the ground beef. You can also use leftover mashed potatoes instead of the rice.
  • Customize the Layers: Feel free to add or remove layers to suit your taste. For example, you could add a layer of sliced mushrooms or bell peppers. You could also omit the cheese layer if you prefer.
  • Make it a Casserole: To turn this dish into a casserole, simply transfer the assembled ingredients to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve with Sides: This dish is hearty and filling on its own, but you can serve it with sides such as a salad, bread rolls, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

The 7-layer dinner is an easy and versatile dish that can be tailored to your liking. It's a great way to use up leftovers and it's perfect for a busy weeknight meal. With its combination of ground beef, rice, vegetables, cheese, and sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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