here's two of our favorites.
kielbasa and veggies
8 oz turkey kielbasa, cut in 1/8" rounds
1 C chopped onions
3/4 C chopped bell pepper (i use red)
1 16 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 C uncooked orzo
1/3 C water
1/2 t dried thyme
2 t olive oil
hot pepper sauce (optional)
heat oven to 350. spray large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. heat on high til hot. add sausage, cook & stir approx 10 min or sausage browns. add onion & pepper, cook 3 min. spoon into 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. add tomatoes, orzo, water and thyme. cover. bake 1 hr, stirring at 30 min. remove from oven, add olive oil and stir. recover and let stand 10 min. serve with hot sauce if desired.
Spanish Rice Bake
1 lb ground beef or turkey
1/2 C chopped onion
1/4 C chopped bell pepper
1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
1 C water
3/4 C uncooked long grain rice
1/2 C chili sauce
1 t salt
1 t brown sugar
1/2 t cumin
1/2 t worcestershire sauce
pinch black pepper
1/2 C shredded cheese
pre heat oven to 375. brown beef, add all ingredients except cheese. simmer, covered, for 30 min. stir occasionally (not to often). sprinkle with cheese and put in oven for 20 minutes.
not sure this one qualifies as a casserole but its yummy