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Amish Harvest Casserole Recipe

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Amish Harvest Casserole is a comforting slow-cooked dish combining ground beef, fresh vegetables, creamy mushroom soup, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for a hearty family meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Vegetables

  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped

Other Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Base: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, then drain the fat to reduce grease.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and cook until the onion becomes soft and translucent, enhancing the flavors.
  3. Transfer to Slow Cooker: Move the cooked beef mixture into the slow cooker to create the base for the casserole.
  4. Layer Ingredients: Add the carrots, potatoes, corn, and green beans to the slow cooker on top of the beef mixture.
  5. Mix Soup and Seasonings: Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried parsley into the slow cooker contents gently until well combined.
  6. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld together beautifully.
  7. Add Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole and allow it to melt completely.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let the casserole stand for 10 minutes after cooking to settle before serving hot and enjoying.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce when browning the meat.
  • If fresh vegetables are unavailable, frozen can be used but thaw to reduce cooking time.
  • This casserole can be made a day ahead; refrigerate after step 5 and cook the next day.
  • Ensure to drain excess fat thoroughly to keep the dish from being greasy.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially if using reduced-sodium soup.

Keywords: Amish casserole, slow cooker recipe, ground beef casserole, comfort food, creamy casserole, harvest vegetables

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