Description
The Amish Sunday Savior Casserole is a comforting, easy-to-make dish combining crispy smoked turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, tender sliced potatoes, and fresh herbs. This hearty baked casserole features a savory sauce made with plant-based milk, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), garlic (natural flavoring), and a natural gelling agent to create a velvety texture. Perfect for family meals or feeding a crowd, it offers balanced flavors, rich textures, and versatile variations to suit your preferences.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 2 cups plant-based cheese, shredded
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (natural flavoring)
- 1/2 cup vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 2 cups plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (as per package instructions)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the smoked turkey bacon: Cook the smoked turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess fat, then chop into bite-size pieces.
- Slice the potatoes and onions: Peel and thinly slice the potatoes and onions. Toss the onion slices in a little plant-based milk to prevent browning while preparing other ingredients.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), minced garlic (natural flavoring), fresh parsley, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the natural gelling agent according to package instructions and whisk to combine, forming a sauce that will thicken when baked.
- Layer the casserole: Lightly grease a casserole dish. Arrange half of the sliced potatoes and onions in an even layer. Sprinkle half of the chopped smoked turkey bacon and half of the shredded plant-based cheese on top. Repeat with the remaining potato and onion slices, smoked turkey bacon, and plant-based cheese. Pour the sauce evenly over all layers to ensure it seeps through.
- Bake the casserole: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle and the texture to firm up.
Notes
- Slice potatoes and onions evenly to ensure uniform cooking and texture.
- Allow the casserole to rest after baking for easier slicing and serving.
- Use fresh parsley and thyme for brighter herbal flavors rather than dried herbs.
- Do not skip the smoked turkey bacon to retain the essential smoky depth in the dish.
- Follow natural gelling agent package instructions carefully to achieve desired sauce thickness and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Amish casserole, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, comforting meal, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, creamy casserole, easy weeknight dinner, plant-based casserole