Gladys Meat and Noodle Casserole
Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, Gladys Meat and Noodle Casserole is the ultimate family-friendly dinner that’s easy to make and guaranteed to please! This layered casserole features tender egg noodles, a rich and savory meat sauce infused with garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning, and a creamy, tangy blend of sour cream and cream cheese. Topped with a generous layer of melted Cheddar cheese, this baked dish comes out of the oven bubbling and golden, ready to be the centerpiece of your meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy Sunday suppers, this hearty casserole is a crowd-pleaser that serves six and is table-ready in just one hour. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve alongside a crisp green salad or warm garlic bread for a complete, satisfying feast. Keywords: meat and noodle casserole, baked dinner recipe, ground beef casserole, cheesy pasta bake, family-friendly meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon butter (for greasing the dish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and softened cream cheese. Stir until smooth and well combined.
In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the cooked noodles. Spread the sour cream and cream cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.
Add half of the meat and tomato sauce mixture on top of the sour cream layer.
Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, sour cream mixture, and meat sauce.
Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
735 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 916 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 617 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
