Bake a Casserole - Upcycle Your Pantry challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare - Day 6 Tip
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Ah, the one-dish wonder. Did you know that casseroles have a rich history dating back to the 18th century? They gained popularity in the United States because of their convenience and versatility.
Many casserole recipes use ingredients often found stored away in the pantry. For example, the classic tuna noodle casserole is made with canned tuna, pasta, and cream of mushroom soup. Another classic — baked ziti — combines pasta, marinara sauce, cheese, and spices. These dishes are easy to assemble and make great use of pantry staples.
If you're feeling adventurous, consider trying a Mexican-inspired casserole with canned black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and tortilla chips — all layered with cheese and spices. Or you could go Mediterranean with a chickpea and spinach casserole, using canned chickpeas, spinach, feta cheese, tomatoes, and herbs.
For any casserole, you'll need common pantry staples like:
BONUS TIP: You can make most types of casseroles ahead of time (or mix up a double batch) and freeze them for later. It’s the perfect time-saving solution for busy days when you want a homemade meal, but don’t have time or energy to cook from scratch.
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Many casserole recipes use ingredients often found stored away in the pantry. For example, the classic tuna noodle casserole is made with canned tuna, pasta, and cream of mushroom soup. Another classic — baked ziti — combines pasta, marinara sauce, cheese, and spices. These dishes are easy to assemble and make great use of pantry staples.
If you're feeling adventurous, consider trying a Mexican-inspired casserole with canned black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and tortilla chips — all layered with cheese and spices. Or you could go Mediterranean with a chickpea and spinach casserole, using canned chickpeas, spinach, feta cheese, tomatoes, and herbs.
For any casserole, you'll need common pantry staples like:
- Pasta
- Canned vegetables
- Canned soups or sauces
- Spices and herbs
BONUS TIP: You can make most types of casseroles ahead of time (or mix up a double batch) and freeze them for later. It’s the perfect time-saving solution for busy days when you want a homemade meal, but don’t have time or energy to cook from scratch.
If you’re enjoying this challenge let us know in the challenge update thread here or reply to us in our private Facebook group, or on Twitter, or Instagram - Tag us with #healthynurse!
Find this helpful? Use the social media links on the left side of your page to share this with a nurse and invite them to join Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation!
Missed day 5? Catch up here. Join us on day 7.
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