Best 2 Leftover Meat Casserole Recipes

Leftover meat casserole is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover meat and vegetables. It's a great way to make a quick and easy meal for your family, and it's also a great way to save money. Casseroles are versatile and can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can easily customize them to your own taste. Whether you're using leftover chicken, beef, pork, or turkey, there's a casserole recipe out there for you.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LEFTOVER MEAT & POTATO CASSEROLE

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Here is your basic simple leftover casserole that although ,it uses the same ingredients, tastes very different. Quick do ahead. Plan for this casserole the next time you do mashed potatoes, gravy and roast

Provided by Bergy

Categories Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 large onions, sliced
1 teaspoon sugar or 1 teaspoon Equal sugar substitute
1 tablespoon margarine
3 cups mashed potatoes
3 cups left over pot roast or 3 cups other meat, cut into bite size pieces
1 cup frozen green peas or 1 cup fresh peas
2 cups left over gravy or 1 (14 ounce) can gravy
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

Fry the onions in a hot dry skillet, sprinkle with the sugar or sweetener and cook until the onions start to brown. Add margarine and cook until they are tender, stir occasionally.
Remove from heat.
Spray a shallow baking dish with veggie oil and spread half the mashed potatoes on the bottom, then the meat, onions, peas and gravy. Cover with the remaining mashed potatoes, sprinkle with the Parmesan. Bake in a 375 F oven for 35 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika and serve.

LEFTOVER MEAT CASSEROLE

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This is a great way to use up leftovers. A great Monday night casserole after the Sunday Roast dinner!

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories Meat

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups cooked beef or 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into smallish pieces
1 cup diced celery
1 large onion, minced
1 cup leftover vegetables, diced
1 (10 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 (10 ounce) can condensed mushroom soup, undiluted
3 cups cooked egg noodles
1 teaspoon salt
pepper
1 cup meat broth or 1 cup gravy
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

Arrange meat, vegetables and noodles in layers in a casserole dish, with noodles on top.
Blend soups and gravy.
Pour over top.
Combine grated cheese with breadcrumbs and sprinkle on top.
Bake at 350*F for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.1, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 38.8, Sodium 1741.9, Carbohydrate 58.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 11.1, Protein 14

Tips:

Choose high-quality leftover meat for the best flavor and texture in your casserole.
Don't be afraid to mix and match different types of meat in your casserole. For example, you could combine leftover chicken and beef, or pork and sausage.
Use a variety of vegetables in your casserole to add flavor, texture, and color. Some good options include broccoli, carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
Don't overcook the pasta or rice in your casserole. It should be cooked al dente so that it doesn't become mushy.
Use a flavorful sauce or gravy in your casserole. This will help to bind the ingredients together and add extra flavor.
Top your casserole with cheese before baking it. This will create a golden brown crust and add additional flavor.

Conclusion:

Leftover meat casseroles are a delicious and easy way to use up leftovers. They're also a great way to feed a crowd. With so many different variations, you're sure to find a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you have leftover meat, don't throw it away! Make a casserole instead.