Craving a comforting and budget-friendly dish? Look no further than the "Poor Man's Casserole" – a delightful combination of potatoes, eggs, bacon, and a few pantry staples. This versatile casserole is a true lifesaver for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. With its simple ingredients and minimal prep time, it's a go-to recipe for those seeking a hearty and satisfying meal without breaking the bank. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where flavors blend harmoniously to create a dish that will warm your soul and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
POOR MAN'S CASSEROLE (POTATO, EGG & BACON CASSEROLE)
Make and share this Poor Man's Casserole (Potato, Egg & Bacon Casserole) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Gorete
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F Peel and slice the potatoes about 1/2 inch thick, then cook in salted water just until tender (do not overcook). Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking.
- Cut half a pound of your favorite bacon cut into 2 inch pieces setting aside about 3 uncooked slices for top. In a frying pan, cook the balance of the bacon pieces until it just starts to crisp.
- Slice the boiled eggs width wise about 1/4 inch thick.
- Using a deep casserole dish, layer 1/3 of the potatoes, 1/3 of the egg slices, and 1/2 of the cooked bacon. Repeat the layer. For the final layer, add the remaining potatoes, eggs and the raw pieces of bacon on top. I like to pour the bacon fat remaining in the frying pan over the whole dish.
- Bake uncovered in the oven for approximately 35 minutes, or until the bacon on the top is crisp. Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 840.9, Fat 36.6, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 411.6, Sodium 629.5, Carbohydrate 98.2, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 5.4, Protein 30.3
BACON, EGG AND CHEESE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Falling somewhere between a frittata and a tortilla española, this breakfast casserole has everything you love about a classic bacon, egg and cheese sandwich: smoky bacon, perfectly set eggs, sharp Cheddar and, if you want (and you definitely do), tangy hot sauce. Thinly sliced potatoes are added for structure and heft, and cooking them will be the most time-consuming part of this whole dish. The great news is that it's as delicious (if not more so) the next day, rewarmed or not. If you like, you can bake the casserole the night before and refrigerate, covered, when cool. To reheat, cover with foil and place in a 325-degree oven until warmed through, 25 to 30 minutes.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories casseroles, main course
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Cook bacon in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until crisp and the fat has rendered out, 8 to 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove from skillet, leaving fat behind.
- Add olive oil, potatoes and onion slices to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally until the potatoes are tender and start to brown, and the onions are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Return bacon to skillet and stir to combine so that everything is distributed evenly.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs together and season with salt and pepper. Add cheese and whisk to blend. Transfer potato mixture to a 1 1/2- to 2-quart baking dish (any shape will work) and pour egg mixture over. Place in oven and bake until eggs are puffed around the edges and just set in the center, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before eating. Serve with hot sauce if you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 572, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 692 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
POOR MAN'S CASSEROLE
This is a recipe that my mom made when we were growing up! It really is one of my families favorite quick meals! It is called Poor Man's Casserole because almost everyone should have the ingredients in their kitchen! This is a very versatile dish because you can add as little or as much of the ingredients to suit your family.
Provided by Alys Mommy
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Brown the hamburger meat with the onion, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Drain the fat.
- Then add the rice, corn, and tomato sauce and mix together.
- Top with the cheese.
- If you have a cast-iron pan put the casserole in the oven for about 5 minutes to melt the cheese. If you do not have a cast-iron pan, just cover the casserole until the cheese melts.
BAKED CHICKEN, POTATO, AND BACON CASSEROLE
How can you easily put an new twist on the classic casserole that combines juicy chicken and tender potatoes? By crumbling a crispy delight known as bacon on top.
Provided by Tanja A
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Chicken
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
- Arrange potatoes in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then arrange on top of the potatoes. Drizzle the chicken dish with olive oil; sprinkle with thyme and rosemary. Crumble the bacon over the top of the dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the centers and potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 62.1 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 222.4 mg
POTATO BACON CASSEROLE
I came up with this recipe when unexpected company arrived and I didn't have enough lettuce and tomatoes on hand to make a traditional salad. Everyone enjoyed it so much that it became a regular at our table.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a greased 8-in. square baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, onion, bacon and cheese. Repeat layers., In a small bowl, whisk the egg, milk and seasoned salt; pour over potato mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
HEALTHY SWEET POTATO AND BACON BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
This casserole is a way to have healthy fats and delicious veggies without all the bad stuff. There is a punch of flavor in this and you can even package individually to eat throughout the week. One of my favorite go-to recipes. Top with cheese if desired.
Provided by The Noshologist
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 1h11m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Cook bacon in a skillet on medium heat until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Remove and chop coarsely.
- Cook sweet potato, broccoli, onion, and garlic in the same skillet until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add spinach; season with salt and pepper and cook until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Beat eggs in a bowl until foamy. Add bacon and spinach mixture and stir well. Pour mixture into the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until top and sides are golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 105.3 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 215.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
Tips:
- Use leftover ingredients: This casserole is a great way to use up leftover potatoes, eggs, and bacon.
- Don't overcook the potatoes: The potatoes should be cooked until they are tender but not mushy.
- Use a variety of cheeses: You can use any type of cheese that you like in this casserole. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan are all good options.
- Add some vegetables: If you want to add some vegetables to this casserole, you can try diced onions, peppers, or broccoli.
- Serve with a side of salsa or hot sauce: This casserole is delicious served with a side of salsa or hot sauce.
Conclusion:
This poor man's casserole is a hearty and filling dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this casserole a try.
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