One of the great things about casseroles is their versatility. There is just so much room for creativity that you’ll never run out of ideas for unique and delicious meals! These Creative Twists show you just how easy it is to add a distinct flavor to your next casserole.
2 easy ways to add a little "wow" to your next casserole:
- When a casserole calls for a cream soup you can substitute any flavor of a cream variety or cheese soup in your recipe.
- For a crunchy topping add French's™ French Fried Onions or buttered breadcrumbs during the last 5 minutes of baking.
How to put a tasty spin on classic casseroles...
Turn a Tuna Noodle Casserole into a Cheesy Tuna Melt by omitting butter and breadcrumbs and sprinkling 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese over the tuna mixture. Bake for 5 min. or until cheese melts.
Turn a Tuna Noodle Casserole into a Chicken Noodle Casserole by replacing 2 cans (4.5 oz. each) Swanson® Premium Chunk Chicken Breast, drained, for tuna.
Create a whole new world of flavor with these ethnic treats!
Change a Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole into a bold Mexican Fiesta by replacing onion powder and pepper with 1 tsp. chili powder. Substitute Mexican cheese blend for Cheddar cheese.
Or for the Taste of Italy replace onion powder and pepper with 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, crushed. Substitute 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan for Cheddar.
Add a festive touch to a Green Bean Casserole.
Start with original Green Bean Casserole recipe. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped red pepper with soup.
For a creative twist on Green Bean Casserole:
Start with original Green Bean Casserole recipe. Stir in 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese with soup. Omit soy sauce. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup additional Cheddar cheese when adding the remaining onions.