Description
This creamy and hearty casserole combines tender egg noodles, savory ground beef, and a delicious blend of cheeses, all baked together with a rich sour cream sauce. Perfect for a comforting family dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Egg Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Mix Everything Together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained egg noodles with the beef mixture. Add the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Cool and Garnish: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- You can swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken soup if preferred.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or a few dashes of hot sauce.
- This casserole can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole, Beef, Comfort Food
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Beef casserole, sour cream casserole, noodle bake, comfort food, egg noodles, cheese casserole, family dinner