Shipwreck Casserole
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Shipwreck Casserole

4 servings
This shipwreck casserole turns easy ingredients like ground beef, macaroni and cheese, and frozen vegetables into a quick and easy kid-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

  • lean ground beef
    1 lb
  • macaroni and cheese mix
    1 package
  • tomatoes
    1 can
  • milk
    1 c
  • peas
    1 c
  • corn
    1 c
  • seasoned salt

    or

    1 tsp
  • Cheddar cheese

    divided

    1 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir pasta and cheese mixture from macaroni and cheese package into beef. Stir in tomatoes, milk, peas, and corn; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until noodles are tender, about 12 minutes.

  3. 3

    Season with seasoned salt. Stir 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese into dish to melt. Top with remaining cheese.

    Step 3
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Shipwreck Casserole

4.4(398)30 min4 servings636 cal

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About this Recipe

Struggling to find a dinner that pleases everyone, even the pickiest eaters? This Shipwreck Casserole is your delicious solution, transforming everyday pantry staples into a comforting meal the whole family will love.

This recipe works wonders because it cleverly combines familiar comfort foods—creamy macaroni and cheese, savory ground beef, and colorful vegetables—into one incredibly easy-to-make dish. It's a smart way to get a balanced dinner on the table without any fuss, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

What can you expect from this hearty casserole? Imagine tender, seasoned ground beef mingling with chewy macaroni, vibrant peas and corn, and juicy diced tomatoes. Everything comes together in a rich, cheesy sauce, topped with even more melted Cheddar. It's a comforting, filling dish that delivers on flavor and pure satisfaction, offering a blend of textures that will have everyone reaching for seconds. This is classic American comfort food at its best, designed for maximum deliciousness with minimal effort.

Want to make it your own? You can easily customize this casserole to suit your pantry or preferences. Instead of ground beef, consider using ground turkey or even lentils for a vegetarian option. Feel free to swap the frozen peas and corn for other frozen vegetables like mixed veggies or green beans. For a different cheesy twist, try Monterey Jack or Colby cheese in place of some of the Cheddar.

This Shipwreck Casserole is the quintessential easy dinner, perfect for a cozy family night in or when you need a reliable, satisfying meal. Serve it simply on its own, as it's a complete meal in one pan.

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