Cheesy Quinoa Casserole Recipe

Name: Cheesy Quinoa Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large potato (10 oz.), peeled, thinly sliced Safeway 2 pkg For $5.00 thru 02/09; 1 medium onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1 medium red pepper, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing; 3 eggs; 1 can (5 oz.) evaporated milk; 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves; 2 cups cooked quinoa; 1 pkg. (6 oz) OSCAR MAYER Smoked Ham, chopped; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Servings: persons

1 large potato (10 oz.), peeled, thinly sliced Safeway 2 pkg For $5.00 thru 02/09
1 medium onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1 medium red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
3 eggs
1 can (5 oz.) evaporated milk
1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
2 cups cooked quinoa
1 pkg. (6 oz) OSCAR MAYER Smoked Ham, chopped
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

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Preheat oven to 375F.
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Bring 2 qt.
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water to boil in medium saucepan on high heat.
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Add potatoes.
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Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 min.
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Drain; rinse potatoes with cold water.
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Drain; set aside.
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Cook onions and peppers in dressing in medium skillet on medium-high heat 10 min.
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or until vegetables are crisp-tender; set aside.
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Beat eggs, milk and thyme in large bowl with wire whisk until well blended.
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Layer half of the potatoes in bottom of 2-qt.
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casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray.
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Top with half each of the quinoa, ham, cheese, vegetable mixture and egg mixture.
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Repeat layers; cover with aluminum foil.
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Bake 45 min.
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or until potatoes are tender.
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Let stand 5 min.
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before serving.

492

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large potato (10 oz.), peeled, thinly sliced Safeway 2 pkg For $5.00 thru 02/09, 1 medium onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09, 1 medium red pepper, chopped, 1 medium green pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Quinoa Casserole falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Quinoa Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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