Chinese Casserole 🥢
Description: This Chinese Casserole recipe holds a special place in my heart, as it’s a nostalgic dish my mom used to whip up for us during busy days. It’s a comforting blend of flavors that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Recipe Category: Pasta Shells
- Keywords: Meat, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups celery, diced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup uncooked noodles (such as egg noodles or pasta shells)
- 1/2 can of chow mein noodles (optional, for topping)
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 478
- Total Fat: 25.4g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 56.9mg
- Sodium: 2233.1mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 40.8g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugar: 3.4g
- Protein: 21.9g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a skillet, brown the ground beef, onion, and celery until the meat is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. This should take about 5-7 minutes over medium heat. |
| 2 | Once the meat and vegetables are cooked, transfer them to a casserole dish. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce, and water until well combined. |
| 3 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 4 | Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 1 hour, allowing all the flavors to meld together beautifully. |
| 5 | After 1 hour, carefully remove the casserole from the oven. Sprinkle half of the can of chow mein noodles (if using) over the top of the casserole and gently stir them in. Then, spread the remaining uncooked noodles evenly over the top. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked to your desired tenderness. |
| 6 | Once fully cooked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors of this Chinese Casserole! |
This recipe yields a hearty and satisfying dish that’s perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or enjoying as leftovers throughout the week. The combination of savory ground beef, aromatic onions, and crisp celery, all enveloped in a creamy sauce with a hint of soy, creates a flavor profile that’s sure to please. Whether you’re cooking for your family on a busy weeknight or hosting a casual dinner party with friends, this Chinese Casserole is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
