A casserole is a kind of large, deep pan or bowl used for cooking a variety of dishes in the oven; it is also a category of foods cooked in such a vessel. To distinguish the two uses, the pan can be called a “casserole dish” or “casserole pan,” whereas the food is simply “a casserole.” The same pan is often used both for cooking and for serving.
This scalloped potatoes and ham casserole is a filling, family-pleasing dish that will help you use up any leftover ham.
Origin
The exact origin of scalloped potatoes is unknown, although it is believed to have originated in England. One additional theory is that scalloped potatoes, and all other “scalloped” dishes, are derived from the same original dish: baked oysters with bread crumbs.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 pan and set aside.
Cook onion and butter over medium low until onion is tender. Add thyme and flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Turn heat to low and add milk a little bit at a time whisking between each addition. The mixture will thicken but as you continue adding and whisking, it will smooth out. Stir in chicken broth, salt and pepper bring to a boil and allow to boil 1 minute.
Place 1/3 of the potatoes topped with 1/3 of the ham and 1/3 of the sauce. Repeat layers ending with sauce on top.
Bake covered for 50 minutes. Uncover and bake 25-35 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. Add the cheese during the last 15 minutes if using.
ool at least 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
The word casserole is derived from a French word that means ‘saucepan’. Apparently, casseroles originated as communal pots that people shared for meals. The oldest recipe for a casserole, around 1250, consisted of pasta sheets cooked in water, layered with grated cheese and spices.
Tacos are thought to come from Mexico, long before the Spanish arrived. Ancient Mexicans used freshly made, soft, flat corn tortillas and gave them with fillings like fish and cooked organs. It was a staple meal that provided vital nutrients and energy to those who consumed it.
Cheesy Sausage Skillet made entirely in one pan is the perfect meal when you need to get dinner on the table quick!
I am really into these no-boil, one-pot skillet dishes. I have made several and we have loved all of them. They are easy to clean up and take less than 30 minutes to make. Who doesn’t love that?!
Company is coming Casserole is a wonderful casserole. It was always a hit with everyone who tried it. Good 1 dish meal for potlucks–very versatile–you can use your imagination and add many other ingredients to make it different. I often add mushrooms and do with bread crumbs.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 2 quart casserole dish. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Heat 1 tablespoon margarine in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Cook ground beef until evenly brown. Stir in tomato sauce; remove from heat. In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, green onion and green pepper.
Spread 1/2 the cooked noodles in the casserole dish. Cover with cheese mixture, then the remaining noodles. Pour melted margarine over the noodles. Spoon meat sauce on top and spread to cover noodles.
