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Four Layer Casserole

Makes: 6 Servings

This dish can be baked in the oven or if you are short on time, pop it into the microwave. Use your favorite frozen or canned vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef, 85% lean
  • 4 potatoes
  • 1 package frozen mixed vegetables, 10 ounces (or low-sodium canned mixed vegetables)
  • 1/4 cup cheese, low-fat shredded (cheddar or colby jack)
  • 1/4 cup milk, 1%
  • salt and pepper (optional, to taste)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook ground beef in frying pan until brown. Rinse in warm water and drain to remove excess fat.
  3. Scrub potatoes and cut into slices without peeling.
  4. Place potatoes in a large baking or casserole dish. Top with vegetables, ground beef, and cheese.
  5. Pour milk over the casserole. Add salt and pepper as desired.
  6. Cover with a lid or foil. Bake at 350 °F for 1 hour or microwave in non-metal baking or casserole dish for 19 to 23 minutes on high.

Notes

  • Try other favorite vegetables in place of mixed vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, peas, or corn.
  • Cheddar cheese used for costing and nutrition analysis.

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Source:

Spend Smart. Eat Smart.
Iowa State University Extension

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 cup, 1/6 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 275
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Cholesterol 47 mg
Sodium 102 mg
Carbohydrates 31 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 18 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 88 mg
Iron 3 mg
Potassium 891 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 275
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 47 mg
Carbohydrates 31 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 18 g
Minerals
Calcium 88 mg
Potassium 891 mg
Sodium 102 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 3 mg
Magnesium 56 mg
Phosphorus 247 mg
Selenium 13 mg
Zinc 4 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 116 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.6 mg
Vitamin B12 1.5 mcg
Vitamin C 13 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 14 mcg
Folate 47 mcg
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 5 mg
Choline 72 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Dairy 1/4 cups
Protein Foods 1 1/2 ounces
Vegetables 1 1/4 cups
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