It’s been a favorite for more than 80 years.
You may also see it made with rice ormacaroni and cheese.
Our recipe testers called it “the ultimate comfort food.”
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Here’s how to make shipwreck casserole including tips for storing the leftovers.
Why Is it Called Shipwreck Casserole?
The exact history of shipwreck casserole is unclear but it’s thought to have originated in the 1940’s.
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There are also versions called Shipwreck Dinner and Shipwreck Stew.
Some stories even say it was created by sailors who saved the ingredients from a shipwreck.
It’s also been said that the name comes from the “messy” look of the finished casserole.
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Either way, it’s anostalgic favoritethat comes straight from grandma’s recipe box.
Shipwreck Casserole Ingredients
This recipe for shipwreck casserole is a complete meal in one pan.
Here are some of the ingredients you’ll need to make thisground beef casserole.
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Once the casserole is cool, place it in an airtight container.
Lightly grease a 2-qt.
Simmer one minute, stirring regularly, until thickened.
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Spread and press evenly in prepared dish.
Spread ground beef mixture evenly over the top.
Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
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Bake and Serve
Bake 35 to 38 minutes or until golden brown.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
