Description
A delicious beef and noodle casserole that combines ground beef, creamy sauces, and cheese for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers or mushrooms (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the beef and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Drain any excess fat, then stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a large bowl, combine the beef mixture, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and beef broth. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in the cooked noodles until evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
- Optional ingredients like bell peppers or mushrooms can add extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg