Sour Cream and Ground Beef Layered Casserole
Indulge in pure comfort food with this Sour Cream and Ground Beef Layered Casserole, a hearty dish that combines tender egg noodles, rich layers of seasoned ground beef, and a creamy, tangy blend of sour cream and cream cheese. Topped with gooey melted cheddar, this baked casserole delivers a satisfying balance of flavors in every bite. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, it’s a weeknight-friendly recipe that’s perfect for feeding a hungry family or meal-prepping for the week. The paprika-spiced beef and the velvety noodle mixture create a layered masterpiece that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it fresh out of the oven or let it rest for a sliceable texture that’s perfect for leftovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 14.5 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Season the beef mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let the mixture cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the beef mixture simmers, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and return them to the pot.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, softened cream cheese, and melted butter. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Toss the cooked egg noodles with the sour cream mixture until evenly coated.
To assemble the casserole, spread half of the noodles in an even layer in the prepared casserole dish. Top with half of the ground beef mixture, then sprinkle with half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, beef mixture, and cheddar cheese.
Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 252.0 g | 323% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.0 g | 695% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 904 mg | 301% | |
| Sodium | 4333 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.6 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.7 g | ||
| Protein | 154.3 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1821 mg | 140% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 2416 mg | 51% | |
*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.
