Old Fashioned Company Casserole
Get ready to savor the nostalgic charm of an 'Old Fashioned Company Casserole,' a comfort-food classic that's perfect for feeding a crowd. This hearty dish layers tender egg noodles tossed with butter, a creamy blend of sour cream and cream cheese, and a flavorful ground beef tomato sauce seasoned with paprika, Italian herbs, and garlic. Topped with a melty duo of cheddar and mozzarella, every bite offers a rich, satisfying medley of textures and flavors. Ready in under an hour, this casserole is simple to assemble and ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Don’t forget the optional parsley garnish for a fresh pop of color!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.
Stir in the salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Then, add the tomato sauce and reduce the heat to low. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and toss them with 2 tablespoons of butter to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream and softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
To assemble the casserole, layer half of the cooked egg noodles into the bottom of the greased baking dish. Spread half of the sour cream and cream cheese mixture on top of the noodles, followed by half of the ground beef and tomato sauce mixture.
Repeat the layers with the remaining egg noodles, sour cream mixture, and beef mixture. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 262.4 g | 336% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.8 g | 704% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 871 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 5228 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.3 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 163.8 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2205 mg | 170% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1546 mg | 33% | |
*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.
