Description
This Beef Noodle Casserole recipe is a cozy, hearty dinner made with ground beef, egg noodles, tomato sauce, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a comforting family meal, it’s easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and kid-approved. Discover how to make this classic beef casserole and enjoy every warm and cheesy bite.
Ingredients
8 oz egg noodles
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb ground beef
15 oz tomato sauce
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Boil the egg noodles in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
4. Stir in tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for a few minutes.
5. In a large bowl, combine the noodles, beef mixture, and sour cream. Mix until evenly coated.
6. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
7. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve warm and enjoy your comforting casserole.
Notes
This dish freezes well for up to 3 months.
Swap egg noodles with elbow macaroni if preferred.
Add vegetables like spinach or bell pepper for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg