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A close-up shot showcases the delicious Amish Harvest Casserole, ready to be served as a comforting meal.

Amish Harvest Casserole

This Amish Harvest Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish featuring ground beef, vegetables, and a creamy cheese sauce. It's easy to prepare and perfect for a family meal, offering a delightful symphony of flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers about 15 crackers
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • Cooking spray or butter, for greasing the baking dish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Can opener
  • Stirring spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the drained green beans, drained corn, condensed cream of mushroom soup, and milk. Stir well to combine.
  5. Add the cooked ground beef mixture to the bowl with the vegetables and stir to combine everything evenly.
  6. Pour the mixture into the greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. In a small bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, crushed Ritz crackers, and melted butter. Mix well until the crackers are evenly coated with butter.
  8. Sprinkle the cheese and cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
  10. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

To prevent a soggy casserole, ensure the canned vegetables are thoroughly drained. For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ground beef or a dash of hot sauce to the vegetable mixture. The casserole can be assembled a day ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated in the microwave or oven. For a classic casserole topping, skip the Ritz crackers and sprinkle French-fried onions over the cheese before baking.