Description
Hearty beef noodle casserole brings comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, blending rich flavors with nostalgic warmth. Cheesy, creamy layers promise a satisfying meal that connects generations around one delicious plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
Side Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with a light coating of cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbly pieces while cooking for about 7-8 minutes.
- Add diced onions to the beef, sautéing until the onions become translucent and fragrant, approximately 3 minutes.
- Incorporate garlic powder, salt, and black pepper into the beef mixture, stirring to distribute the seasonings evenly.
- Cook the wide egg noodles in a separate pot according to package instructions until they reach al dente consistency, then drain thoroughly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and milk until smooth and well combined.
- Combine the cooked noodles with the beef mixture, then fold in the creamy soup mixture, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the combined mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top of the casserole, covering the surface completely.
- Optional: Scatter breadcrumbs over the cheese for an additional crispy texture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the dish to set.
Notes
- Customize the cheese by mixing different varieties like mozzarella or monterey jack for added depth of flavor.
- Lighten up the recipe by using ground turkey instead of beef for a leaner protein option.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting egg noodles with zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta alternatives.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding diced vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to boost the dish’s veggie content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-38 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 505
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg