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Mini Beef and Potato Casserole

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Mini Beef and Potato Casserole is the perfect comfort food without making a whole 9×13 inch dish. Ideal for two people + lunch for the following day.

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350 Degrees F.
  2. In a skillet over medium high heat, saute the ground beef, mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Once the beef is browned and vegetables are soft, set aside.
  3. Slice the potatoes thinly and set aside,
  4. Mix the soup, milk, pepper, salt, and paprika in a bowl.
  5. In a loaf pan, spray with canola oil, and arrange half of the potato slices in the bottom of the pan.
  6. Spread half of the soup mixture on top of the potatoes then place the beef mixture on top. Layer the remaining potato slices and soup on top.
  7. Cover and bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Remove the cover, top with cheese, and bake for an additional 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let set for 5-10 minutes to firm up before serving.
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Hamburger Potato Casserole - C2 Nutrition Facts Serving size 1/4 of loaf pan (316g) 4 Amount per serving Calories 270 % Daily Value Total Fat 6 g 8 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 55 mg 18 % Sodium 550 mg 24 % Total Carbohydrate 30 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 23 g Vitamin D 0.3 mcg 2 % Calcium 130 mg 10 % Iron 3.3 mg 20 % Potassium 1240 mg 25 %

Ravioli Bake

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This easy weeknight recipe is perfect for busy families—just layer, bake, and enjoy a warm, cheesy meal that tastes like comfort food without the hassle. With familiar flavors and pasta that even picky eaters love, it’s a kid-friendly win that’s sure to make it into your regular dinner rotation.


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  1. Preheat your oven to 375 Degrees F.
  2. In a pot, sauté the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is soft.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, herb blend, sugar, salt and water. Cook until spices are blended and sauce is heated through.
  4. In a 9x13 inch casserole dish, spoon half of the sauce mixture into the bottom in an even layer.
  5. Arranged the raviolis in an even layer on top of the sauce.
  6. Top with remaining sauce and sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
  7. Bake covered in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the raviolis are cooked and everything reaches an internal temperature of 165 Degrees F.
  8. Remove and top with fresh parsley, serve.
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Ravioli Bake Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup (188g) 12 Amount per serving Calories 210 % Daily Value Total Fat 6 g 8 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 250 mg 11 % Total Carbohydrate 24 g 9 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 8 g Added Sugars 1 g 2 % Protein 14 g Vitamin D 0.1 mcg 0 % Calcium 160 mg 10 % Iron 2.5 mg 15 % Potassium 630 mg 15 %

Homemade Hamburger Helper

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Whip up this one-skillet wonder in just 25 minutes! Ground beef, elbow pasta, and a cheddar cheese sauce come together to create a family favorite. Perfect for those busy nights when you need something tasty and satisfying on the table fast. Whether you have picky eaters or just crave some cheesy comfort, this Homemade Hamburger Helper is sure to please everyone!

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Homemade Hamburger Helper
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  1. In a large deep skillet with a lid, cook the ground beef and onion on medium-high heat until ground beef until it’s no longer pink and it has reached 155-degree Fahrenheit.
  2. Add onion powder, garlic powder, beef bouillon, pepper, tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce into the ground beef and stir until it’s combined well.
  3. Add the water and elbow noodles. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, cover the pan with the lid, and reduce heat to medium-low. Let it cook for 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is cooked. Remove from heat.
  5. Add shredded cheese, yogurt, and milk. Stir until combined. Serve immediately.
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Homemade Hamburger Helper Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 1/2 cups (231g) servings per container 8 Amount per serving Calories 250 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 530 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 28 g 10 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 25 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 155 mg 10 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 385 mg 8 %

Meatloaf

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Our Classic Meat Loaf is a delicious homestyle comfort food that will warm your soul.  The ingredients for this recipe are usually available in your kitchen and can be made in the traditional oven, or try to make in half the time in the air fryer.


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Oven Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl combine eggs, milk, spinach, onion, and seasonings together.
  2. Add dry breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, and lean ground meat into the wet mixture. Using clean hands, mix all ingredients together until well combined.
  3. Lightly spray a loaf pan with cooking spray. Transfer the meat mixture to the pan, and pat well until evenly distributed.
  4. Bake in the oven set at 350 degrees F for 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
  5. In a small saucepan, stir together tomato sauce, brown sugar, and mustard over medium heat.
  6. Spoon off any excess fat from the top of the meatloaf. Pour the cooked tomato sauce over the meatloaf.
  7. Return to the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the sauce has a sticky consistency.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Air Fryer Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
  2. Combine all wet and dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
  3. Divide the meat mixture into two equal parts.
  4. Form and shape each half into small meatloaves.
  5. Place in the air fryer for 25 minutes.
  6. Spoon over the tomato sauce and cook an additional 7-10 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
  7. Remove loaves from air fryer and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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To make soft breadcrumbs: Place fresh bread slices into a food processor. Blend until broken into crumbs. (4 slices of bread will make about 2 cups of breadcrumbs)

Pumpkin Chili

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The nights are starting to cool off! Warm you and your family back up with this delicious pumpkin chili recipe! In this dish, veggies provide essential nutrients, beans that provide fiber and protein, and lean beef that also increase the protein content. This is a chili dish that you can feel good about serving to your family and friends!


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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat.
  3. Add onion, bell pepper, jalapeños and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until tender.
  4. Add lean beef and cook until browned.
  5. Add diced tomatoes, pumpkin puree, water, chili powder, cumin, and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to medium low and add beans.
  7. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes more. Ladle chili into bowls and serve.
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