Beef Noodle Casserole (Print)

Tender beef, egg noodles, tomato sauce and cheddar baked into a comforting, family-friendly casserole.

# Ingredient list:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound ground beef

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 bell pepper, diced

→ Sauces and Liquids

05 - 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
06 - 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
07 - 1/2 cup beef broth

→ Pasta

08 - 8 ounces egg noodles

→ Dairy

09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream

→ Spices & Seasonings

11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 375°F and allow it to preheat fully.
02 - Boil egg noodles in salted water as directed by the package. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
03 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until fully browned. Drain off excess fat.
04 - Add diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the beef. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
05 - Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with liquid, beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Incorporate cooked noodles and sour cream, folding gently until evenly combined.
07 - Transfer mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading into an even layer.
08 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the casserole.
09 - Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling and cheese is melted.
10 - Allow to cool slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The gooey cheddar top hides a creamy, savory center you’ll want to claim the corner piece for.
  • This dish easily feeds a hungry crowd without much effort, which makes it my go-to for hectic weeknights.
02 -
  • If you rush the sauté, the onions stay harsh and overpower the casserole.
  • Mixing in the sour cream off the heat keeps it from curdling and ensures a smooth, dreamy sauce.
03 -
  • If you undercook the noodles a little, they stay perfectly tender and don’t dissolve in leftovers.
  • Stir extra cheese into the filling itself for that extra-rich layer everyone fights for at the table.

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