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Mrs Freeman’s Squash Casserole

slmetcal — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:30:00 +0000

When I was growing up my grandmother would make this squash casserole. The recipe came from the lady who was my sister’s babysitter before I came along. It is one of my favorites now
MRS. FREEMAN’S SQUASH CASSEROLE (Serves 8-10)

2 cups cooked squash
1 stick butter
2 eggs
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup shredded cheese
1 cup evaporated milk
2 cups cracker crumbs

Mash cooked squash. Add other ingredients and mix well. Pour into greased baking dish and bake at 375 degrees for 35-40 minutes.

(Note: Reserve enough cheese & crackers for topping. I use only 1 egg, but egg substitute may be used)

Taco Casserole

slmetcal — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 16:01:00 +0000

When Making this I would put the olives on the side so those that do not like Olives like me could have the dish without the olives.

Taco Casserole

Ingredients

1 large package corn tortillas
1 can refried beans
1 can enchilada sauce
1 can black olives (optional)
1 pound ground beef
1 package taco season
1 can green chilies
1 jar taco sauce (liquid)
4 cups shredded cheese
Salsa

Preparation

In a large saucepan, brown the ground beef. Combine olives, taco season, green chilies,
and half jar of taco sauce with ground beef. Simmer for 5 minutes. In 9 by 13 pan layer bottom
with corn tortillas, add with meat mixture on top followed by salsa, and cheese.
Next layer the tortillas, beans, salsa and cheese. Top with tortillas, cheese and salsa (or taco sauce).
Cook for 35 minutes at 350 degrees.

Crabmeat Casserole

slmetcal — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 11:00:48 +0000

I found this recipe from my local newspaper a few years ago. I did not have pimentos nor do I like them so I just omitted them from the recipe.

Main Dishes:
Crabmeat Casserole

Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons shredded cheese (your choice)
2 tablespoons flour
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 pimiento, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom pieces, sauteed in small amount of butter
1/2 pound imitation crabmeat, cut up
1 sealed package of saltine cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, for topping

Instructions
In 2-quart saucepan, blend 1-1/2 tablespoons butter, cheese, flour, salt and pepper.
Add milk and cook over low heat to form sauce.
Saute mushrooms in small amount of butter.
Add the pimientos, mushrooms and crabmeat to the sauce.
Place mixture in a buttered 2-quart casserole.
Top with cracker crumbs (thick layer) and dot with 3 tablespoons butter.
Bake at 350 degrees until butter is melted and cracker crumbs browned.

Breakfast Casserole

slmetcal — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:22:00 +0000

Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients

6 slices bread

2 cups milk

1 cup cheddar cheese

1/2 tsp. pepper

6 or 8 eggs beaten

1 tsp. salt

2 Tbsp. mustard

1 1/2 to 2 pound sausage

2 Tbsp. butter

Preparation

Trim the crust from the bread and spread butter on each side.
Place in casserole dish. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, milk, salt, pepper and mustard well.
Cut the sausage in small pieces and brown the sausage. Drain well. Sprinkle sausage over the buttered bread;
add cheese. Pour egg mixture over the cheese. Place in refrigerator overnight. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.
Serves 8 to 10.

Aunt Nona’s Vegetable Casserole

slmetcal — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:03:00 +0000

This recipe belongs to one of my aunt’s on my moms side of the family. I always liked making this during the thanksgiving or Christmas. It can be made anytime but I think of it as a holiday dish.

Aunt Nona’s Vegetable Casserole

Serves 6

Ingredients

2 cans Veg-All (drained)

1 cup chopped water chestnuts

1 cup chopped onions

1 cup grated cheddar cheese

3/4 cup mayo

1 stack of Ritz crackers

1 stick of butter (melted)

Directions

Mix first 5 ingredients and pour into buttered casserole dish. Mix crackers and butter together and sprinkle over
vegetables. Bake @ 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Chicken Broccoli Casserole

slmetcal — Wed, 14 May 2008 12:27:41 +0000

Ingredients
10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli
4 cups cooked chicken
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 ounces can of mushrooms stem and pieces drained
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions
Cook broccoli according to package. Drain and spread in a 13×9 baking dish. Mix the cooked chicken, soup, mushrooms and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Spread chicken mixture over broccoli. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Remove foil and stir. Cover and bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes. May be covered and frozen for cooking at a later date.

Breakfast Casserole

slmetcal — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 03:01:03 +0000

My dad made this for my birthday back in December and it is very delicious. I found out later that my husband uses the same recipe when he carries breakfast casserole to work. I also found out that my grandmother used to make this when I was growing up. My dad actually got it from his boss well over 25 years ago. It is certainly not low in calories but in my opinion if it was it would not taste as good.

6 slices bread
2 cups milk
1 cup cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp. pepper
6 or 8 eggs beaten
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. mustard
1 1/2 to 2 pound sausage
2 Tbsp. butter

Preparation

Trim the crust from the bread and spread butter on each side. Place in casserole dish. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, milk, salt, pepper and mustard well. Cut the sausage in small pieces and brown the sausage. Drain well. Sprinkle sausage over the buttered bread; add cheese. Pour egg mixture over the cheese. Place in refrigerator overnight. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes. Serves 8 to 10.

Cheesy Chicken and Vegetable Bake

slmetcal — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 12:08:51 +0000

I originally found this over at Kraft. I have not made it in a while but, think I may try again soon.
Cheesy Chicken and Vegetable Bake
Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 40 min
Makes: 6 servings, about 1-1/3 cups each
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
1 cup hot water
1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) low-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup
1/3 cup BREAKSTONE’S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream
1-1/4 cups KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar Cheese
1 bag (16 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed, drained

PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the dry stuffing mix evenly on bottom of 13×9-inch baking dish; set aside. Add hot water to remaining stuffing mix; stir just until moistened. Set aside.
PLACE chicken over dry stuffing mix in baking dish. Mix soup, sour cream, cheese and vegetables; spoon over chicken. Top with the prepared stuffing.
BAKE 30 min. or until chicken is cooked through.

Baked Potato Casserole

slmetcal — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 14:00:03 +0000

I got this recipe from my sister. We made it for christmas day dinner and it was very tasty

8 baking potatoes.
1 cup sour cream
8 oz package cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup chopped chives
Salt

Peel potatoes, quarter and boil until tender. Drain water, add butter, mash potatoes until smooth.
Blend in mixer, sour cream and cream cheese until smooth. Combine mixture with mashed potatoes. Add chopped chives. Add Salt and pepper to taste. Put in 2 quart casserole dish greased with butter. Sprinkle paprika on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
Tip: once mixed together, check consistency. If too dry, add more sour cream until smooth and creamy.