Description
The Amish Sunday Savior Casserole is a comforting and hearty baked dish featuring smoky turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, and tender potatoes, enhanced with savory onions, garlic, and fresh parsley. This easy-to-make casserole combines rich, smoky, and tangy flavors for a satisfying family meal that reheats beautifully and offers versatile variations to suit any taste.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 4 large Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup creamy (plant-based) cheese, shredded or cubed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel and thinly slice the potatoes. Finely chop the onion and garlic, chop the smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces, and roughly chop the parsley.
- Cook Bacon and Vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped smoked turkey bacon and cook until crisp and golden, then remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the onions and garlic until soft and fragrant to build the savory base for the casserole.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced potatoes, cooked onions and garlic, cooked turkey bacon, creamy (plant-based) cheese, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), parsley, salt, pepper, and natural gelling agent. Mix well to bind the mixture evenly.
- Assemble in a Baking Dish: Lightly grease a casserole dish. Pour the combined mixture evenly into the dish and smooth the top with a spatula to ensure even baking and a golden crust.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbly. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle.
Notes
- Choose Yukon gold potatoes for their creamy texture and ability to hold shape during baking.
- Allow the casserole to rest after baking to help it set firmly and meld the flavors.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley to brighten flavors and add visual appeal.
- Adjust seasoning after baking by tasting and adding more salt or pepper if needed.
- Cook the turkey bacon until crisp to avoid soggy textures in the casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Amish casserole, turkey bacon casserole, plant-based cheese, comfort food, family meal, gluten free casserole, hearty casserole
