Best 5 Eight Layer Cassarole Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and flavorful dish to impress your family and friends? Look no further than the Eight Layer Casserole. This classic casserole is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring layers of hearty pasta, savory ground beef, creamy cottage cheese, tangy sour cream, crunchy cornflakes, and two types of cheese. It's a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best ways to create this scrumptious casserole dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EIGHT-LAYER CASSEROLE



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This ground beef recipe results in a luscious and creamy noodle casserole. Check out the make-ahead option, too! Prep it in advance so you can pop it into the oven for an easy dinner recipe after a busy day.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cup dried medium noodles (6 ounces)
1 pound ground beef
2 8 ounce can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
0.5 teaspoon sugar
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 8 ounce carton dairy sour cream
1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
0.5 cup milk
0.333 cup chopped onion (1 small)
1 10 ounce package frozen chopped spinach, cooked and well drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Grease a 2-quart casserole or a 2-quart square baking dish; set aside. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook beef until brown. Drain off fat. Stir tomato sauce, basil, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into skillet. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium mixing bowl beat together the sour cream and cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in milk and onion. In prepared casserole or baking dish, layer half of the noodles (about 2 cups), half of the meat mixture (about 1 1/2 cups), half of the cream cheese mixture (about 1 cup), and all of the spinach. Top with the remaining meat mixture and noodles. Cover and chill remaining cream cheese mixture until needed.
  • Cover casserole or baking dish with lightly greased foil. Bake in 350 degree F oven about 45 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; spread with remaining cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with the cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, about 10 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Makes 8 servings

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 127 mg, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 683 mg, Fat 30 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EIGHT-LAYER CASSEROLE



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My sister shared this original recipe, but I adapted it for my family's taste. I like that it's a nutritious meal in one dish, and when my boys were young, it was a good way to disguise vegetables. This is also a good dish for potlucks. -Jo Prusha, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound frozen home-style egg noodles
2 pounds ground beef
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons each Italian seasoning, dried basil and dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whole milk
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, onion, sugar and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream and milk., Place half of the noodles in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with 3 cups meat mixture. Layer with cream cheese mixture, spinach, and remaining meat mixture and noodles. Sprinkle with cheeses (dish will be full)., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. If desired, top with minced fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 28g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 794mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

SEVEN LAYER CASSEROLE



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Tasty and filling, this is a wonderful 'got everything in the house' recipe!! This recipe is very versatile. I have substituted many different ingredients like yams, corn and even cheese soup. It all comes out yummy!

Provided by ZAAVAN

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup uncooked long-grain white rice
3 potatoes, sliced
1 onion, sliced into rings
2 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 (15 ounce) can green peas, with liquid
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can water
1 pound pork sausage, sliced and browned
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish layer the rice, potatoes, onion, carrots, peas, tomato soup with water, and sausage. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake covered at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes, or until fork tender. Remove cover for last 5 minutes of baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 1366 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

8 LAYER CASSEROLE



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Make and share this 8 Layer Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb lean ground beef
2 tablespoons imitation bacon bits
1 small onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2/3 cup long-grain rice
1 (8 3/4 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper

Steps:

  • Crumble ground beef evenly over bottom of a slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle with bacon bits, then onion.
  • In a medium bowl, combine tomato sauce, water, chili powder, salt, and black pepper; pour half over beef and onion layers.
  • Sprinkle rice evenly over top, then corn.
  • Top with remaining tomato sauce mixture, then bell pepper.
  • Cover and cook on LOW about 5 hours or until rice is tender.

EIGHT LAYER CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Eight Layer Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb lean ground beef
2 tablespoons crumbled bacon (can purchase real bacon bites in a jar)
1 small chopped onion
15 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2/3 cup long grain rice
8 3/4 ounces whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper

Steps:

  • Crumble beef evenly over bottom of a 3/2 quart slow cooker.
  • If using a Rival 6 quart slow cooker, double recipe.
  • Sprinkle with bacon bits, then onion.
  • In a medium bowl, combine tomato sauce, water, chili powder, salt and black pepper; pour half over beef and onion layers.
  • Sprinkle rice evenly over top, then corn.
  • Top with remaining tomato sauce mixture, then bell pepper.
  • Cover and cok on LOW about 5 hours or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.9, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 36.9, Sodium 959.3, Carbohydrate 47.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 7.4, Protein 17

Tips:

  • Choose the right ingredients. Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. If you can, use organic ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overcook the noodles. Cook the noodles according to the package directions, or until they are al dente (tender but still slightly firm).
  • Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of different cheeses will give the casserole a more complex flavor. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan are all good choices.
  • Add some vegetables. Vegetables will add flavor, nutrition, and color to the casserole. Broccoli, cauliflower, and spinach are all good choices.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a layered casserole. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or variations.

Conclusion:

Eight-layer casserole is a classic dish that is perfect for potlucks, parties, and family gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious eight-layer casserole that everyone will love.

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