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Casseroles What is a casserole? A blend of cooked ingredients that are heated together to develop flavor. 2 Types of Casseroles Layered Blended Parts of a Casserole Base – main texture & flavor Meat, poultry, fish, ground beef or cheese Extender - thickens Bread crumbs, potatoes, rice, grits, grains, dry beans Binder – holds together Milk, broth, fruit juice, soup, eggs or sauce Nutrients in Casseroles Protein Meat, fish, eggs, dried beans, cheese Carbohydrates Rice, pasta Fat Sauces Vitamins Vegetables Minerals Vegetables PROTEIN Used as the main ingredient. EX. Meat, fish, eggs, dried beans and cheese. STARCH/ CARBOHYDRATES • Adds substance or body • Used as an extender • Adds energy through carbs • e.g. Pasta and Rice • Undercook rice and pasta so they can continue to cook during backing process VEGETABLES • Contrast in color • Adds variety in texture • Adds nutrition (carbs, vitamins and minerals) Advantages of making casseroles a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. Saves time Saves energy Easy to prepare Complete meal Economical Large variety Make ahead Can be Frozen Serve in same dish cooked in Leftovers Little supervision while cooking Toppings Used for Color & Contrast Variety in texture Protects protein ingredients from heat Croutons Crackers Chips Cheese Easier Clean Up? Clean dish as soon as possible Soaking dish in water and soap Sprinkle dish washer detergent in soaking dish Topping too Dark? Cover lightly with tin foil Remove foil last 5-10 minutes of cooking. Vegetables 1. 2. 3. 4. Tomato Green pepper Bean peas Sauces/Binders 1. 2. 3. 4. Tomato Sauce Cream of Chicken Cream of Mushroom Canned soups Toppings 1. 2. 3. 4. Cheese Croutons/Bread Crackers Potato Chips Protein Foods 1. 2. 3. Fish Eggs Dried beans Hamburger chicken Starch/carbs/Filler 1. 2. 3. Rice Pasta Lasagna Noodles Extras 1. Spices