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20 Quick & Easy Family Dinner Casseroles Your Kids Will Love

This collection features simple casserole recipes designed for quick preparation and family appeal. These dishes are straightforward to make for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1 lb Ground beef or turkey Cooked and drained
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Divided
  • 2 cups Cooked egg noodles
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground meat, cream of mushroom soup, milk, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
  3. Fold in the cooked egg noodles gently. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole mixture.
  5. Top the casserole evenly with the crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown. Let it stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 750mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

You can substitute frozen mixed vegetables for the noodles if you prefer a different texture. If you use breadcrumbs for the topping, toss them with a tablespoon of melted butter before sprinkling them on for extra crispness.

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