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Casseroles with Pantry Staples

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz dried pasta any shape
  • 2 cans 10.5 oz each cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 can 12 oz chicken or tuna, drained
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar or whatever you have
  • 1 cup crushed crackers or chips
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and return to pot.
  3. Stir in the cream soup, frozen vegetables, canned protein, 1.5 cups of cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and remaining 1/2 cup cheese, then sprinkle over the top.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly around the edges and topping is golden brown.
  7. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.