Empty Wallet Casserole

Health score
20%
Empty Wallet Casserole
90 min.
5
568kcal

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Are you tired of spending a fortune on expensive meals and ready to satisfy your taste buds with a delicious, budget-friendly dish? Look no further! This Empty Wallet Casserole is the ultimate solution for those who crave a hearty meal without breaking the bank. With a delightful mix of flavors and a simple list of ingredients, this casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or when you're trying to save a few bucks.

This versatile casserole serves as a side dish, lunch, main course, or even a hearty snack. It's packed with protein-rich ground beef, savory mushrooms, and thinly sliced potatoes, all seasoned to perfection with thyme, garlic, and a hint of paprika. The best part? It only takes about 90 minutes from start to finish, making it a fantastic option for those days when you need a comforting, homemade meal in a hurry.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, this casserole is a guilt-free indulgence. The ground beef provides a satisfying source of protein, while the potatoes ensure a comforting, carb-filled base. And let's not forget the buttery, crunchy topping made from crushed saltine crackers – it's the perfect finishing touch that elevates this casserole from simple to sublime.

So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and get ready to whip up a storm in the kitchen. This Empty Wallet Casserole is not just a recipe; it's a promise of a delicious, affordable, and heartwarming meal that your whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 10.8 ounce cream of chicken soup canned
  • teaspoons thyme dried
  • cups mushrooms fresh sliced
  • teaspoons garlic minced
  • pound ground beef 
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin 
  • small onion sliced into thin rings
  • pinch paprika for garnish
  • large potatoes thinly sliced
  • teaspoons poultry seasoning 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 20  saltines crushed

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • casserole dish
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium heat. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, garlic, poultry seasoning, and thyme. Cook, stirring to crumble, until evenly browned.
  3. Drain, and transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish, or large casserole dish.
  4. Arrange 2 layers of sliced potato over the ground beef, seasoning each layer with salt and pepper. Melt butter in the skillet over medium heat, and saute the onions and mushrooms until tender.
  5. Spread over the top of the potatoes.
  6. Stir just enough water into the soup to make it pourable, and spoon over the top of the casserole, making sure to spread out evenly. Scatter the cracker crumbs over the top, and sprinkle with paprika. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for about 1 hour in the preheated oven, until the potatoes are soft.
  8. Remove the aluminum foil, and return to the oven to brown the top, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories568kcal
Protein17.03%
Fat43.81%
Carbs39.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.15
Glycemic Load
30.88
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
25.870869641719%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
1.87mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
4.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:567.77kcal
28.39%
Fat:27.82g
42.79%
Saturated Fat:11.2g
70.01%
Carbohydrates:55.94g
18.65%
Net Carbohydrates:49.78g
18.1%
Sugar:3.63g
4.03%
Cholesterol:81.33mg
27.11%
Sodium:848.8mg
36.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.32g
48.64%
Vitamin C:46.24mg
56.04%
Vitamin B6:1.04mg
52.2%
Vitamin B3:8.67mg
43.33%
Potassium:1393.8mg
39.82%
Phosphorus:346.16mg
34.62%
Iron:6.23mg
34.58%
Zinc:5.02mg
33.44%
Vitamin B12:1.98µg
32.95%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.66%
Selenium:20.64µg
29.49%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.96%
Copper:0.54mg
26.8%
Fiber:6.16g
24.65%
Vitamin K:25.2µg
24%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
23.77%
Magnesium:81.72mg
20.43%
Vitamin B5:1.89mg
18.91%
Folate:70.74µg
17.68%
Calcium:82.88mg
8.29%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.1%
Vitamin A:309.54IU
6.19%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.12%
Source:Allrecipes