American Pork and Vegetable Casserole
American Pork and Vegetable Casserole is a hearty, one-pan baked dish typically featuring ground or cubed pork mixed with a variety of vegetables like potatoes, carrots, peas, and corn, often bound with a creamy soup or sauce. It is a classic example of American home cooking, particularly popular in the Midwest and as a comforting family meal.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in protein from the pork and fat from the meat and creamy sauce, with a moderate to high carbohydrate content from starchy vegetables like potatoes. A typical serving provides a good source of B vitamins, iron, and potassium, with a rough calorie range of 400-600 per serving depending on the specific recipe and portion size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Iron | 2.8 mg |
| Vitamin A | 350 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Zinc | 3.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the practical, resourceful 'hotdish' tradition of American comfort food, designed to be filling, economical, and easy to prepare for a crowd. Nutritionally, it's a complete meal in one dish, though modern versions often adapt to include more vegetables or lighter sauces to balance its traditionally rich profile.
