Description
A comforting and budget-friendly casserole perfect for those days before payday when the pantry is running low. This Before Payday Casserole combines ground beef, corn, green beans, and a creamy mashed potato topping for a hearty and delicious meal.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 1 pound ground beef (ground turkey, chicken, or pork can also be used)
- 1 28–ounce can tomato purée
- 1 (about 14.75 ounce) can corn kernels, drained
- 1 (about 14.50 ounce) can green beans, drained
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
For the Mashed Potato Topping:
- 3 1/3 cups dried potato flakes (or instant mashed potatoes)
- 3 1/3 cups boiling water
- 1/4 cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature
For Assembly:
- 2 cups sliced or shredded white or yellow cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9×9 or 9×13 baking dish with baking spray. Set aside.
- Cook the Meat: In a pan, cook the ground meat, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Combine Meat and Vegetables: Add tomato purée, corn, and green beans into the bowl with the meat, stirring to combine. Set aside.
- Prepare Mashed Potatoes: In another large bowl, combine instant mashed potato flakes with hot water, sour cream, and butter, mixing to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Layer the Casserole: Spread the meat-vegetable mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with the mashed potato mixture.
- Bake: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake until bubbly, about 30 minutes. Remove the foil, add cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite vegetables or spices.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
