Fascinating Casserole Recipes
A Cookbook of the Tastiest Savory Baked Dishes
BY: SOPHIA FREEMAN
2021 Sophia Freeman All Rights Reserved
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Table of Contents
Introduction
The casserole first emerged as a popular comfort food in the United States between the 1950s and 1960s. It became the perfect dinner meal as it was both time-saving and budget-friendly.
Casserole is a term that refers to both the meal and the baking dish where the meal is cooked in. Most casserole dishes can be used not only in the oven but also on the stovetop, which means that you can have a one-pot meal for easier cleanup.
The dish is usually made with meat such as beef or pork, but it can also include fish or chicken. It is mixed with chopped vegetables, a starchy binder like pasta or rice, and often, a cheese topping. Liquids are also used for cooking. These include but are not limited to broth, wine, vegetable juice, creamy soup and cider.
Casseroles are usually served as a main course. But these can also be served as a side dish. Some of the most popular casseroles that are popular all over the world are ragout, shepherds pie, gratin, lasagna and tajine.
Today, there is a vast array of casserole recipes that you can prepare at home. This book features 50 delicious savory baked dishes that can be prepared without any hassle. You can also make the casserole ahead of time and simply reheat it when its time for dinner. Its convenient but at the same time, delicious and healthy.
Are you ready to try these recipes?
Additional Useful & Interesting Information
Heres a quick rundown of useful tips that will help you achieve casserole cooking success!
Brown the meat first. If your casserole dish is not stovetop proof, then you can brown the meat in a skillet first. Do this in batches so that the meat will be cooked evenly.
Avoid burning the meat. If you burn the meat during browning, you probably wont like the result of the casserole.
Do not over-fill the casserole dish. The dish should only be three-quarters full so that the liquid doesnt overflow during baking.
Add veggies last. If possible, stir in the vegetables during the last part of the cooking so they dont end up soggy and flavorless.
Make it ahead of time. Making the casserole ahead and storing it in the freezer or refrigerator not only help save time, but also result in more delicious flavors.
Now its time for you to get started with casserole cooking!
Puff Pastry Chicken Pie
You and your family will fall in love with this chicken pie made with puff pastry and creamy chicken filling. Its easy to make yet gives you spectacular results.
Serving Size: 8
Preparation & Cooking Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Ingredients:
17 oz. frozen puff pastry
2 lb. chicken breast, sliced into cubes
Salt and pepper to taste
1 onion, chopped
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 teaspoon fresh sage, minced
10 oz. frozen mixed vegetables
cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
1 cups chicken broth
1 cup half and half cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon half and half cream
1 egg yolk
2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
Roll out the pastry sheet on your kitchen table.
Slice the sheets into strips.
Weave the strips to create a lattice.
Place the lattice inside the freezer.
Season the chicken with the salt and pepper.
Add 1 tablespoon butter to a pan over medium high heat.
Cook the chicken for 7 minutes, stirring often.
Transfer to a plate.
Add the remaining butter to the same pan.
Cook the onion for 5 minutes, stirring often.
Stir in the garlic, sage and thyme.
Cook while stirring for 1 minute.
Add the flour.
Cook for another 1 minute.
Pour in the broth.
Add the half and half cream.
Bring to a boil, stirring often.
Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
Add the chicken and vegetables to the pan.
Drizzle with the lemon juice and season with the salt and pepper.
Transfer the mixture to a baking pan.
Top with the lattice.
Mix the remaining half and half cream, and the egg yolk.
Brush the lattice with the egg wash.
Bake in the oven for 45 to 50 minutes.
Let sit for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Apricot & Bacon Strata
Strata is a type of casserole dish made with layers of bread, meat, vegetables, egg and cheese. In this recipe, we make it with apricot, bacon, almonds and multigrain bread. This sweet savory dish is perfect whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner.