One Taste And You Won’t Be Able To Get It Out Of Your Mind

I am not too sure how this casserole got its name but I do know the Amish community is very conscience about being frugal as well as sharing with others. They are very industrious and practical.

This makes the perfect recipe to combine both since this casserole is sure to be a favorite at potlucks or barn raisings!   I know that the Amish lifestyle is often portrayed as simple and balanced but can I just be honest. I really am happy to have electricity and not have to milk cows by hand!

Amish Country Casserole

Ingredients:

• 16 oz penne pasta or pasta you have on hand
• 1 TB Olive Oil
• 1 Onion, large, chopped
• 1 ½ pounds Lean Ground Beef ( 1 1/2 pounds )
• 1 can Tomato Soup
• 1 can Mushroom Soup
• 1 cup Milk
• Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
• 1/2 t Paprika
• 1/2 t Dried Parsley

 

Directions:

 

1.) Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees- spray a large oven dish with cooking spray.

2.) Cook the Pasta, in a large pot, as per the instructions on the packet.

3.) Saute onion in olive oil until soft – add ground beef and cook until done.

4.) As soon as the pasta is done – drain and return to pot.

5.) Add cooked meat, tomato and mushroom soups and milk to the pasta – stir through.

6.) Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7.) Transfer to the prepared oven dish – sprinkle with Paprika and Parsley –

8.) bake 25 – 30 minutes.

 

Quick tip: If this makes more than your family can eat put some in the freezer for later!

Recipe and image courtesy of Linda at With a Blast