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Beef Noodle Casserole

Comforting Beef Noodle Casserole for Cozy Family Nights

This Beef Noodle Casserole is a comforting dish perfect for family nights, featuring tender egg noodles, a savory meat sauce, and gooey cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 12 oz Egg Noodles Can substitute with rotini or penne.
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can use ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce Low-sodium recommended.
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning Dried oregano and basil can be alternatives.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded sharp cheddar recommended.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • 9x13 baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water in a large pot and add egg noodles. Cook for 6-8 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add chopped yellow onion and minced garlic to the beef; sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Stir tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper into the skillet. Simmer over low heat for 5-7 minutes.
  5. In a greased 9x13 baking dish, mix cooked egg noodles with the beef mixture, coating noodles well.
  6. Top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese evenly before baking.
  7. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheddar for the best melt and flavor. Allow the casserole to rest for cleaner cuts. It's great for make-ahead meals and can be frozen for later.

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