Wonderful Beef and Noodle Casserole
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Wonderful Beef and Noodle Casserole, a family-friendly dinner that’s as hearty as it is delicious! Tender egg noodles are layered with a creamy mixture of sour cream and cream cheese, a savory ground beef and tomato sauce, and plenty of gooey cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs, garlic, and onion, this casserole is baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just under an hour. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s easy to prepare and serves as the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch, and enjoy a dish destined to become a new household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish 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, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
Spread half of the cooked egg noodles in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the cream cheese mixture, spreading it gently with a spatula. Add half of the ground beef mixture on top and sprinkle with half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
Repeat the layers: remaining noodles, cream cheese mixture, beef mixture, and remaining cheeses on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 255.5 g | 328% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.7 g | 648% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 862 mg | 287% | |
| Sodium | 5261 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.2 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.8 g | ||
| Protein | 172.8 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2255 mg | 173% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 2528 mg | 54% | |
*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.
