Shelly's Recipe

COUNTDOWN CASSEROLE

Category: Casseroles - Beef

1 (15 oz) jar cheese whiz
3/4 cup milk
2 cups cubed cooked roast beef
1 (16 oz) bag frozen vegetable combination, thawed and drained.
4 cups frozen southern style hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 (2.8 oz) can French s French fried onions
2 tbsp butter
1 (8 oz) container fresh sliced mushrooms
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preheat oven to 375. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then add mushrooms and onions and saute. Spoon cheese spread into a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, or large casserole dish; place in oven just until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.

Using fork, stir milk into melted cheese until well blended. Stir in cooked beef, vegetables, including mushrooms and onions, potatoes, 1/2 can French fried onions and seasonings. Bake, covered, at 375 for 35-40 minutes or until heated through. Top with Cheddar cheese; sprinkle remaining onions down center. Bake, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or until onions are golden brown. Serves 4-6