Plan Over Pork Casserole
Pasta may be cooked conventionally or in the microwave.
Complete cooking directions for cooking pasta in the microwave are in the books. For great
variety, try substituting all kinds of leftovers such as pasta, rice, various vegetables,
poultry, seafood and meats. Simply substitute in amounts called for in recipe.1/2 cup finely diced celery
1/2 cup chopped onions
2 cups cooked, drained pasta
2 cups cooked, diced pork or ham
1 cup drained peas
1 can (10 3/4 oz.) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/3 cup skim milk
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
2 tablespoons dried seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
Place onion and celery in 3 quart microwave casserole. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables begin to soften. Stir in meat, pasta and peas. Mix bouillon, which has been dissolved in water, with soup and milk. Mix with meat/pasta mixture. Partially cover and cook on Medium-high power (70%) for 10-20 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with crumbs and cheese. Heat an additional 1-2 minutes, uncovered, until cheese is melted.