Description
Amish Harvest Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish made with ground beef, tender vegetables, rice, and a savory tomato sauce. It’s a perfect make-ahead dinner that celebrates simple, wholesome flavors of the harvest season.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped cabbage
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until beef is browned and onion is soft. Drain excess fat.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked beef mixture with rice, carrots, cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 35–40 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Remove foil, sprinkle with cheese if using, and bake uncovered for an additional 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier twist.
- Can be prepared in advance and baked later—just add 10 more minutes to baking time if cold.
- Try adding a pinch of nutmeg or swapping cabbage for kale for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg