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Long story short, I lost all the food I bought this month due to power outages, and now I need to restock on a very small budget. I’m after any good recipes for cheap soups, casseroles, curries etc. Vegetarian recipes are very helpful as well. Anything I can make in bulk and freeze as well. Thank you!!!!
I’ve already searched google for what I’m looking for by the way…wanted some tried and tested recipes

Pizza Casserole

1 box pasta (or Macaroni)
1lb of italian sausage (or Hamburger for cheaper)
1 Jar spaghetti sauce
1Can mushroom soup
2C Mozzarella cheese
1T garlic
1/4 c each of chopped onion and celery

Cook pasta. Brown the Italian sausage or hamburger. Add the garlic, celery, onion and mushroom soup. Spread the bottom of a casserole dish w/pasta sauce. Then put the cooked pasta down on top of that. Put the meat mixture on top of that. Put cheese on top of that. Bake at 350 for 30 min

**If using hamburger I usually add Italian seasonings such as dried basil and oregano to it.

Long story short, I lost all the food I bought this month due to power outages, and now I need to restock on a very small budget. I’m after any good recipes for cheap soups, casseroles, curries etc. Vegetarian recipes are very helpful as well. Anything I can make in bulk and freeze as well. Thank you!!!!
I’ve already searched google for what I’m looking for by the way…wanted some tried and tested recipes

Pizza Casserole

1 box pasta (or Macaroni)
1lb of italian sausage (or Hamburger for cheaper)
1 Jar spaghetti sauce
1Can mushroom soup
2C Mozzarella cheese
1T garlic
1/4 c each of chopped onion and celery

Cook pasta. Brown the Italian sausage or hamburger. Add the garlic, celery, onion and mushroom soup. Spread the bottom of a casserole dish w/pasta sauce. Then put the cooked pasta down on top of that. Put the meat mixture on top of that. Put cheese on top of that. Bake at 350 for 30 min

**If using hamburger I usually add Italian seasonings such as dried basil and oregano to it.

I need a recipe(s) for healthy tasty casserole(s). I have a 14 month old and she eats table food now. Its hard to get her to eat veggies without putting them with another food like mac n cheese or sweet potatoes. Also, she won’t eat meat unless it is finely ground up. I need a recipe that incorporates lots of veggies, egg noodles or potatoes, ground beef, chicken, or turkey, cheese and maybe a breadcrumb or biscuit topping.

MEAT AND MACARONI SUPPER

1/2 c. chopped onion
2 tbsp. melted butter
1 can condensed cream of celery soup
1 (7 1/2 or 8 oz.) can (1 c.) tomatoes, cut up
1/4 tsp. thyme
Dash of pepper
1 of a 7 oz. pkg. (1 c.) elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
1 (12 oz.) can luncheon meat, cut in 1 x 1/2 inch strips
1/4 c. chopped green pepper
1/4 c. shredded processed American cheese

In medium skillet, cook onion in butter until tender but not brown. Stir in the soup, tomatoes, thyme and pepper. Add the cooked macaroni, luncheon meat and green pepper. Spoon into 1 1/2 quart casserole. Top with shredded cheese. Bake, uncovered, in 350 degree oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until heated through.

I’m looking for some new casserole recipes, I’m getting tired of making the same things.

Barbecue Chicken Casserole

INGREDIENTS

* 1 cup all-purpose flour
* 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
* 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 1 cup chopped onion
* 1 cup chopped green pepper
* 1 cup thinly sliced celery
* 1 cup ketchup
* 1/2 cup water
* 3 tablespoons brown sugar
* 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper
* 1 (16 ounce) package frozen corn, thawed

DIRECTIONS

1. Place flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown the chicken in oil; transfer to an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish.
2. Drain skillet, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. In the drippings, saute onion, green pepper and celery until tender. In a bowl, combine the ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper; add to vegetables. Bring to a boil. Pour over the chicken.
3. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with corn. Bake 18-20 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear and corn is tender.

Cheesy Nacho Casserole
INGREDIENTS

* 1 cup cubed cooked chicken
* 3/4 cup crushed nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips
* 2/3 cup condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
* 1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
* 1/4 cup sour cream
* 2 tablespoons 2% milk
* 1 tablespoon chopped green chilies
* 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper (optional)
* 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
* 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Combine the cheeses; stir half into the chicken mixture.
2. Transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.

Company Potatoes
NGREDIENTS

* 1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
* 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of potato soup
* 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
* 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
* 1/4 cup milk
* 1/2 cup chopped onion
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
* 1/8 teaspoon dried dill weed
* 2 cups finely shredded Cheddar cheese
* 2 pinches paprika

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. Combine the potatoes, potato soup, celery soup, sour cream, milk, onion, salt, pepper and dill weed. Stir until well mixed; pour into prepared baking dish.
3. Spread cheese evenly over potatoes, sprinkle with paprika and bake for 1-1/2 hours until browned on top and bubbly.

I would really like some new ideas for toddler friendly casseroles with chicken in them. My toddlers are 18 months. I have school age kids too. My husband is tired of the ones I have been making so I need new recipes.

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LOVE THIS, with mashed potatoes!!!

I dont use the onion and I use real chicken

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Chicken-Noodle-Casserole-II-2/Detail.aspx

I also like to take chicken cube it, mix with cream of mushroom, mushrooms, and mushroom rice serve with a roll and its delish! I always cook the rice and chicken then mix everything in a casserole and bake

My bf doesnt like mushrooms so I also have made it with brocolli, cream of brocolli and cheddar brocolli rice

My son also likes vodka pasta. I get rotini noodles mix with a can of vodka sauce (calssico brand) salad shrimp, top with italian cheese and bake Sometimes I add a tad of regular tomato sauce I like it both ways

I have never gotten into casseroles until recently and now I am looking for recipes. Nothing with Tuna or other types of fish please. Thank you!

I’ve always loved hashbrown casserole. If you want it to be the meal just add your favorite meat such as smoked sausage, ham, hamburger…..or whatever!
INGREDIENTS
1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray one 9×13 inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, butter, salt, pepper, onions, soup and cheese. Gently mix and pour into prepared pan or dish. Bake uncovered for 35 minutes.

Hope that helps!

I decided to ask a fun question, and I’m interested in trying a new tuna casserole recipe . Does anybody have any ideas ? Thank you in advance for your answers .

This is a good Italian tuna pasta. I like it.
Enjoy a taste of Italy with Tuna.

Ingredients:
Dressing
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon, dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Freshly ground pepper to taste
4 teaspoons olive oil

Pasta Salad
2 cups bow tie or spiral pasta; cooked, drained
1/2 cup water-packed tuna; drained, flaked
2 ounces cheddar cheese diced in 1/4 inch Cubes
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup thinly sliced celery
3/4 cup steamed broccoli flowerettes
1/2 cup sliced, canned or thawed Frozen artichoke hearts
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Directions:
1. To make dressing place ingredients in small container with tightly fitting lid.
2. Cover tightly and shake thoroughly to mix.
3. To make salad In large bowl combine salad ingredients.
4. Pour dressing over all and toss to mix. 5. Chill at least 1 hour.