Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 unit

Veg-All

drained

1 cup

Mayonnaise

1 unit

Sliced Water Chestnuts

chopped

1 cup

Celery

chopped

1 cup

Onion

chopped

1 unit

Cream of Celery Soup

1 cup

Sharp Cheese

grated

1 roll

Ritz Crackers

crushed

1 cube

Butter or Margarine

melted

Step 1
~5 min

Drain Veg-All.

Step 2
~5 min

Chop water chestnuts, celery, and onion.

Step 3
~5 min

In a large bowl, mix Veg-All, mayonnaise, chopped water chestnuts, chopped celery, chopped onion, cream of celery soup, and 3/4 cup grated sharp cheese.

Step 4
~5 min

Place the mixture in a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~5 min

Chill the casserole overnight.

Step 6
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 7
~5 min

Bake the casserole for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Step 8
~5 min

Remove from oven.

Step 9
~5 min

Crush Ritz crackers.

Step 10
~5 min

Melt butter or margarine.

Step 11
~5 min

In a separate bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, and remaining grated sharp cheese.

Step 12
~5 min

Top the casserole with the cracker crumb mixture.

Step 13
~5 min

Bake until the topping is brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier topping, broil for the last few minutes of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.

Add a dash of hot sauce for a little heat.

Prepare the casserole ahead of time and bake just before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled and refrigerated overnight before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork.

Pair with a simple green salad.

Offer as a vegetarian main course.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Pork tenderloin
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often served at potlucks and holiday gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

potluck
holiday
family dinner

Popularity Score

65/100