7 Layer Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
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Servings
7
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Calories
400 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
7 Layer Casserole
Description
This casserole recipe combines layers of uncooked long-grain white rice, drained canned corn, and tomato sauce thinned with water. Chopped onions and green bell pepper are sprinkled over, with a raw ground beef layer seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper on top. Another diluted tomato sauce layers over the beef before strips of bacon cover the dish.
It is tightly covered with foil and baked at a moderate temperature for one hour to allow the rice to cook and flavors to meld. Uncovering and cooking an additional 30 minutes crisps the bacon and reduces moisture. The result is a comforting casserole with a blend of textures from fluffy cooked rice to tender beef and crispy bacon.
Best served after resting briefly to set, this casserole holds well for reheating and can be refrigerated for three days or frozen for up to three months. Layering as instructed is important for even cooking and moisture balance.
Ingredients
- 1 c. long grain white rice uncooked
- 1 corn 15.25 oz, drained, whole kernel, canned, golden, sweet
- 2 tomato sauce 8 oz each, divided, canned
- 3/4 c. water
- ½ c. chopped yellow onion
- ½ c. green bell pepper chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper ground
- 4-5 Bacon strips
Instructions
- Put the rice in a 2-quart greased baking dish.
- Spoon the corn evenly over the rice layer.
- Combine one 1 can of tomato sauce with 1/2 c. of water and pour over the corn layer.
- Sprinkle with the chopped onion and bell pepper.
- Next put the raw ground beef and sprinkle lightly with the salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Mix other can of tomato sauce with ¼ c. of water and pour over ground beef.
- Top with the strips of bacon.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake at 350 F for 1 hour.
- Uncover and cook 30 minutes longer.
Notes
- Layering the ingredients as directed ensures even cooking throughout the casserole.
- Keep the casserole tightly covered with foil during the first hour of baking to retain moisture and speed cooking.
- Removing the foil for the final 30 minutes crisps the bacon and allows excess moisture to evaporate.
- Allow the casserole to rest a few minutes after baking to cool slightly and set before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for two to three months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 7Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 400 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 400kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 52mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 636mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 658mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 506IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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