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Sunday – Vegetable Pot Pie

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This Vegetable Pot Pie is a cozy meatless comfort food filled with vegetables in a creamy sauce and topped with mashed potatoes. Perfect for a Sunday supper.

Vegetable Pot Pie

This Vegetable Pot Pie is a cozy meatless comfort food filled with vegetables in a creamy sauce and topped with mashed potatoes. Perfect for a Sunday supper.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ onion chopped
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 celery stalk diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms chopped
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables or peas
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 –3 medium potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt

Method
 

  1. Boil potatoes until soft. Mash with milk and Greek yogurt and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, cook onion, carrot, celery, and mushrooms in olive oil until soft.
  3. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
  4. Add vegetable broth and milk and cook until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in frozen vegetables, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour mixture into a small baking dish.
  7. Spread mashed potatoes on top and rough up with a fork.
  8. Bake at 375°F for 25–30 minutes until hot and lightly browned.
  9. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

3 Ways to Prep: Freeze, Can, or Make a Base Mix
This vegetable pot pie is built around a savory filling and a mashed potato topping, which makes it easy to adapt for different make-ahead methods.
Freezer Meal:
Prepare the filling and freeze it separately for best texture. When ready to serve, reheat the filling, top with freshly made mashed potatoes, and bake until golden.
Pantry (Pressure Canning):
The filling can be pressure canned on its own for a shelf-stable option. Leave out any dairy or thickeners before canning, then thicken and add freshly made mashed potatoes when serving.
Jar Mix Option:
For a dry mix version, prepare a seasoned vegetable base using dehydrated ingredients. When cooking, add broth, simmer until tender, thicken as needed, and finish with fresh mashed potatoes.
Storing the filling separately and adding the topping fresh gives you the best flavor and texture every time.

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Saturday – Chicken & Rice Vegetable Bake Recipe

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Heart-Healthy Chicken & Rice Vegetable Bake

This Chicken & Rice Vegetable Bake is an easy comfort food casserole that’s warm, filling, and great for a weekend supper. It’s also a good way to use leftover chicken.

Chicken & Rice Vegetable Bake

This Chicken & Rice Vegetable Bake is an easy comfort food casserole that’s warm, filling, and great for a weekend supper. It’s also a good way to use leftover chicken.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 cup cooked chicken diced or shredded
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat olive oil and stir in flour to make a paste.
  3. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk and cook until slightly thickened.
  4. In a bowl, combine cooked rice, chicken, and vegetables.
  5. Pour sauce over mixture and stir well.
  6. Pour into a small casserole dish (about 8×8 or 2-quart dish).
  7. Bake 30–35 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  8. Let sit 5–10 minutes before serving.

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Posted in Simple Meals, Weekend Suppers

Saturday – Turkey & Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie

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This weekend’s heart-healthy comfort food dinner is Turkey and Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie. This is a simple meal that comes together easily and is perfect for a Saturday evening dinner.

Turkey & Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie

This weekend’s heart-healthy comfort food dinner is Turkey and Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie. This is a simple meal that comes together easily and is perfect for a Saturday evening dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables carrots, peas, green beans
  • ½ onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes about 1 large potato
  • Black pepper
  • Optional: sprinkle paprika on top

Method
 

  1. Boil and mash potato, set aside.
  2. Cook onion in olive oil.
  3. Add ground turkey and cook until done.
  4. Add vegetables and broth, simmer 5 minutes.
  5. Put mixture in small baking dish.
  6. Spread mashed potatoes on top.
  7. Sprinkle paprika.
  8. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.

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Posted in Curated Recipes

Walking Taco Casserole

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Forget juggling taco shells and napkins, this walking taco casserole recipe takes all the best parts of a walking taco and transforms them into a shareable main dish for a hungry crowd. Crunchy chips, seasoned beef, melty cheese and all the toppings you could dream of come together in a masterpiece that’s part taco night, part potluck hero. It’s easy to make and impossible to resist—everyone will be fighting over the last scoop (pro tip: make extra). Whether you are hosting a game night, are making a casual dinner or just want to impress your family with something fun, interactive and flavorful, this ground beef casserole recipe is your ticket to taco bliss minus the mess.

What is a walking taco?

A walking taco is a portable twist on traditional tacos! Instead of a corn taco shell, a walking taco starts with a small bag of corn chips, like Fritos (parent company Frito-Lay trademarked “Walking Taco” in 2022). The bag is filled with taco toppings—seasoned meat, cheese, lettuce, salsa and more—making it easy to eat on the go.

There’s some dispute over the origins of a walking taco: Some say Midwesterners created it; its cousin, another casserole version made with corn chips but with ranch-style beans and enchilada sauce called Frito pie, most likely came out of New Mexico. No matter how you serve it (or eat it), this recipe for walking taco casserole captures the essence of the fun mini-meal but ditches the bag, turning it into a shareable baked dish.

Walking Taco Casserole Ingredients

  • Canola oil: This neutral cooking oil is terrific for browning and sauteing without overpowering other flavors. Its high smoke point ensures even cooking.
  • Ground beef: Browning ground beef creates the flavorful base of this casserole. I like using 80/20 ground beef, but you can use a leaner blend or type of meat.
  • Onion: Chopped onion adds a sweet, aromatic flavor that complements the beef. The best way to chop an onion is to keep the stem intact until your last cut. A fine, even dice will cook evenly, giving the dish fabulous flavor distribution throughout.
  • Taco seasoning: The classic blend brings bold taco flavor with spices like chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and paprika. Use the best store-bought taco seasoning brands or make taco seasoning from scratch.
  • Diced tomatoes and green chiles: Don’t drain the can! The liquid in canned tomatoes adds a zesty kick and juicy texture. The green chiles bring a mild heat that perfectly balances the savory beef.
  • Pinto beans: Beans fill out our walking taco bake and add protein, fiber and a creamy texture. Rinsing removes extra sodium, keeping the dish balanced.
  • Whole kernel corn: That singular little snap as you bite into a kernel of corn makes it essential in this recipe. Corn also contributes a pop of sweetness and a satisfying bite that balances the spicier flavors.
  • Corn chips: Crunchy corn chips are at the heart of this casserole’s magic, adding texture and a salty bite. Classic Fritos work great here. Tortilla chips can also work in this walking taco bake.
  • Mexican cheese blend: This blend of cheeses (often cheddar, Monterey Jack and others) melts beautifully, creating a gooey, cheesy topping that ties the dish together.
  • Toppings: Choose your favorite taco toppings to serve on the side. Your family and friends can customize their servings with ingredients like sliced green onion, sliced black olives, salsa, sour cream, chopped avocado, guacamole and pickled jalapenos. The options are endless!

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Chicken & Mushroom Brown Rice Bake

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This weekend’s heart-healthy comfort food dinner is Chicken & Mushroom Brown Rice Bake. This is a simple meal that comes together easily and is perfect for a Saturday evening dinner.

Chicken & Mushroom Brown Rice Bake

This is a simple meal that comes together easily and is perfect for a Saturday evening dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • ½ cup onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp thyme
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp whole wheat breadcrumbs optional topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook mushrooms and onion in olive oil until soft.
  3. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  4. In a bowl combine:
  5. Cooked rice
  6. Chicken
  7. Mushroom mixture
  8. Broth
  9. Greek yogurt
  10. Thyme and pepper
  11. Pour into small baking dish.
  12. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
  13. Bake 20–25 minutes until hot and slightly golden.

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Hamburger Noodle Casserole

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Casseroles are known for being one of the heartiest types of comfort foods. They’re easy to make on a busy weeknight and feed the whole family, which makes the one-pot meals a true dinnertime hero. This hamburger noodle casserole is everything you want in a dinner, all piled into one bubbly dish. It’s meaty, cheesy, filled with flavor and delightfully easy to whip up. Green onions add pops of bright, vibrant flavor to the savory dish.

Ingredients for Hamburger Noodle Casserole

Ingredients for hamburger noodle casserole on kitchen counter.
Leticia Almeida for Taste of Home
  • Egg noodles: These wide noodles are perfect for soaking up saucy dishes such as this hamburger noodle casserole.
  • Ground beef: Ground beef is what makes a hamburger a hamburger, so it’s an essential ingredient in this recipe. However, if you’re looking to lighten it up a bit, you can absolutely use ground turkey instead.
  • Garlic cloves: Garlic adds a bit of earthy umami here, which is a great way to offset the richness from the cheese and ground beef.
  • Tomato sauce: Jarred tomato sauce offers sweetness and a bit of acidity to this dish. It’s also a great way to add moisture while bringing everything together, all in a convenient and ready-to-pour package.
  • Sugar: Thanks to the beef, cheese and sour cream, this can be a bit of a salty, tangy dish. A sprinkle of sugar helps soften it up a bit with necessary sweetness.
  • Cream cheese: Mild and creamy, cream cheese brings all the components together by adding cool, refreshing flavor.
  • Ricotta cheese: This spreadable cheese is a great way to add an extra layer of flavor to this casserole.
  • Sour cream: A bit of tangy flavor helps balance out the richness from the ground beef, and sour cream is just the way to do it.
  • Green onions: Bright, vibrant and full of powerful flavor, green onions taste a bit like onions and garlic at the same time. Reserve the green parts of the onion for a bold and colorful garnish.
  • Shredded cheddar cheese: Bubbly cheddar cheese makes an irresistible topping for this hearty casserole. Sprinkle some on right before it goes in the oven and bake until it’s golden and completely melted.

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