* Exported from MasterCook * Nifty Thrifty Chicken Casserole Recipe By : R. Banghart Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Cheese Chicken Fish - Tuna Ham Mushrooms Pasta Spinach Turkey Casseroles Main Dishes Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 8 ounces dry uncooked noodles 2 tablespoons margarine 1 teaspoon celery salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 pound torn spinach -- 8 cups 2 cups chopped cooked chicken, turkey, ham or 2 cans drained tuna 1-1/2 cups cottage cheese 1 2 oz. jar pimiento -- draned, chopped 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain. Add margarine, celery salt and pepper. Toss lightly. In large bowl combine noodles, spinach, meat, mushrooms, cottage cheese, pimiento and Cheddar cheese. Spoon into 3 qt. casserole. Bake for 30-35 mins. at 350 F. Stir 2-3 times while cooking so spinach doesn't dry out. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOTES: Very versatile. Can use chicken, turkey, ham or tuna.