This Beef Noodle Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish, perfect for a satisfying family dinner. It combines ground beef, egg noodles, and a creamy tomato sauce, all topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional: parsley or green onions for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix together the sour cream and cottage cheese.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the cooked noodles. Spread half of the sour cream mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the beef and tomato sauce mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, sour cream mixture, beef and tomato sauce, and cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.
- Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 450-500
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 25g
Prep and Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Servings
- Serves: 6
This Beef Noodle Casserole is a classic comfort food dish that’s easy to prepare and always a hit with the family. The combination of tender noodles, savory beef, creamy sauce, and melted cheese creates a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home!
