Description
Comfort meets convenience in this hearty Beef Noodle Casserole, blending rich ground beef with creamy sauce and tender egg noodles. Savory layers of cheese and herbs create a satisfying meal sure to please hungry families around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure easy serving and prevent sticking.
- Cook egg noodles in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbly pieces until no pink remains and a rich, caramelized exterior develops.
- Drain excess fat from the beef and return to the skillet, seasoning with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Whisk together cream of mushroom soup, milk, and sour cream in a separate bowl, creating a smooth, creamy sauce that will bind the casserole.
- Combine the cooked noodles, seasoned beef, and creamy sauce in the prepared baking dish, gently folding to ensure even distribution.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously across the top, creating a melty, golden blanket of flavor.
- Scatter breadcrumbs over the cheese layer to provide a crispy, textured topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the top turns golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to settle and casserole to set.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish before serving hot.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier alternative that maintains the dish’s hearty essence.
- Replace cream of mushroom soup with homemade cashew cream sauce for a dairy-free and gluten-free version that’s equally creamy and satisfying.
- Toast breadcrumbs beforehand in a skillet with a touch of olive oil to enhance their golden color and add extra crunch to the casserole’s topping.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Gruyère or pepper jack to introduce unexpected flavor dimensions and keep the recipe exciting for repeat meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg