Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole

Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole

Ingredients:

1. 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
2. 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
3. 1 cup uncooked egg noodles
4. 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
5. 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Meat: In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked meat, cream of mushroom soup, uncooked egg noodles, and frozen mixed vegetables. Mix until everything is well combined.
4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.
6. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

This casserole is easy to make and perfect for a comforting meal. Enjoy!

Estimated SmartPoints Breakdown

1. Ground Beef (1 pound, 80% lean): Approximately 24 SmartPoints
2. Cream of Mushroom Soup (1 can): Approximately 5 SmartPoints
3. Egg Noodles (1 cup, uncooked): Approximately 8 SmartPoints
4. Shredded Cheddar Cheese (1 cup): Approximately 10 SmartPoints
5. Frozen Mixed Vegetables (1 cup): Approximately 0 SmartPoints

Total SmartPoints:

• Total: 24 + 5 + 8 + 10 + 0 = 47 SmartPoints for the entire casserole

Serving Size:

• If the casserole serves 6, then each serving would be approximately 476≈7.83647​≈7.83 SmartPoints, rounded to 8 SmartPoints per serving.

Note:

SmartPoints can vary based on specific brands and ingredients, so it’s always a good idea to check the exact values based on the products you use.