Best 4 Classic Company Casserole Recipes
Calling all comfort food lovers! The classic Company Casserole is a legendary dish that has been passed down through generations, enjoyed by families and friends alike. This hearty and flavorful casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a cozy dinner party or a simple weeknight meal. With its creamy, cheesy sauce, tender chicken or turkey, and delectable combination of vegetables, the Company Casserole is sure to become a new favorite. In this article, we'll provide you with two variations of this classic recipe: the original Company Casserole and a lightened-up version for those watching their waistline. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor, so gather your ingredients and let's get started on creating this timeless dish!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
OLD-FASHIONED COMPANY CASSEROLE
I have lost this several times now, putting it here for safe-keeping!!! An oldy from the '60's that I LOVE!
Provided by Wildflour
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Saute first 6 ingredients til meat is done, breaking up beef.
- Drain grease.
- Add spaghetti sauce and sugar, and simmer over very low heat. *You can also use 2 cans tomato soup instead, that's what my mom used, but I prefer spaghetti sauce.
- Cook noodles. (Undercook slightly.).
- While noodles are cooking, in blender or food processor blend the cream cheese, cottage cheese and sour cream.
- Stir in green peppers and green onions.
- Drain noodles.
- Pour noodles into greased 13x9 baking dish.
- Top with meat mixture.
- Top with cheese mixture.
- *You can make 3 simple layers, or you can divide the noodles and mixtures in half and make 6 layers total before topping with cheeses.
- Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
- Sprinkle very lightly with dried parsley if desired.
- Bake in 350º oven for 30-40 minutes.
- *I use a 1 lb. 10 oz. jar Ragu spaghetti sauce, there apparently is a glitch.
- Serve with a tossed salad and garlic bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 922.5, Fat 57.2, SaturatedFat 30.3, Cholesterol 233.8, Sodium 1572.5, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 14.4, Protein 52
COMPANY CASSEROLE
Good 1 dish meal for potlucks--very versatile--you can use your imagination and add many other ingredients to make it different. I often add mushrooms and do with bread crumbs.
Provided by Darlene Summers
Categories Weeknight
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook noodles; drain and set aside.
- Brown meat; drain.
- Add tomato sauce to beef; remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, onions and peppers.
- Butter a casserole dish and spread 1/2 the noodles in the bottom.
- Cover noodles with 1/2 the cheese mixture, then 1/2 the meat mixture, then 1 more layer of noodles, then cheese mixture and then meat mixture.
- Pour 2 tablespoons butter over top; press down slightly.
- Bake at 375° for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minute.
- If drier casserole is desired, cook 15 minutes longer.
FAVORITE COMPANY CASSEROLE
My guests like this casserole even if they don't usually like all the ingredients in it! For instance, people who don't care for broccoli don't mind it in this dish. And I like the way it's so easy to make and serve when company comes. -Suzann Verdun, Lisle, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, layer the first 6 ingredients in order listed. Combine mayonnaise, mustard, curry and soup. Spread over top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. , Bake, uncovered, 45-60 minutes or until top is light golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 32g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 872mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
CLASSIC COMPANY CASSEROLE
My grandmother used to make this casserole alot, especially for Sunday dinner. It has always been a family favorite, hope you like it too!
Provided by Sissylu
Categories Meat
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook noodles in salted water; drain.
- Melt butter or margarine and saute green bell pepper.
- Add meat and cook until meat loses its pink color.
- Drain.
- Add salt, pepper, garlic salt and tomato sauce.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
- In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, sour cream, onions & noodles.
- Gently mix together.
- Alternate layers of noodles & meat mixture in a 2-qt.
- casserole.
- Top with cheese and bake 30 minutes at 350.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your casserole the best flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. Casseroles are a great way to use up leftovers or ingredients that you have on hand.
- Season your casserole well. This will help to bring out the flavors of the ingredients.
- Cook your casserole until it is heated through. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
- Let your casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion:
Casseroles are a delicious and easy way to feed a crowd. They can be made with a variety of ingredients, so there is sure to be a casserole that everyone will enjoy. Whether you are looking for a classic comfort food dish or something new and exciting, you are sure to find a casserole recipe in this article that you will love.
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