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Amish Harvest Casserole Recipe

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Amish Harvest Casserole is a hearty, comforting slow-cooked meal combining ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy mushroom sauce topped with melted cheddar cheese. This wholesome dish is perfect for cozy family dinners and delivers a balanced blend of flavors and textures with minimal prep work.

Ingredients

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For the Base:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Vegetables:

  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped

For the Sauce:

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Base: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer this mixture to the slow cooker.
  2. Layer Ingredients: Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, corn kernels, and chopped green beans to the slow cooker on top of the base. Pour in the cream of mushroom soup and sprinkle in the dried thyme and dried parsley. Gently stir everything together to combine all the ingredients evenly.
  3. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours. The vegetables should become tender and the flavors will meld beautifully during this cooking phase.
  4. Finish: Approximately 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole. Replace the lid and continue cooking until the cheese melts. Once done, let the casserole stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set and cool slightly.

Notes

  • Cut vegetables into similar sizes for even cooking and texture.
  • You can prep the vegetables the night before and refrigerate to save time on cooking day.
  • Leftover casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
  • This casserole freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw thoroughly before reheating.
  • Variations include substituting ground turkey or chicken instead of beef, adding mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor, using different blends of cheese, or making a vegetarian version by increasing the amount of vegetables and omitting the meat.

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