Beef Noodle Casserole (Print View)
Savory baked beef and egg noodles with tomato sauce and melted cheddar; comfort food in under an hour.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound ground beef
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 bell pepper, diced
→ Sauces and Liquids
05 - 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
06 - 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
07 - 1/2 cup beef broth
→ Pasta
08 - 8 ounces egg noodles
→ Dairy
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream
→ Spices & Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish (Optional)
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - Cook egg noodles in a large saucepan following package directions, then drain and set aside.
03 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until fully browned. Drain any excess fat.
04 - Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are soft.
05 - Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with juices, beef broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Fold in the cooked egg noodles and sour cream, mixing thoroughly.
07 - Transfer mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Evenly distribute shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
08 - Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until the casserole is bubbling and cheese is melted.
09 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the surface before serving, if desired.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- This is the kind of comfort food that patiently bubbles in the oven, filling your kitchen with irresistible warmth and promise.
- Leftovers somehow taste even better the next day—my secret for an effortless lunch.
02 -
- If you skip draining the beef properly, the casserole can turn out greasy (I learned the hard way).
- Mixing the sour cream in while everything's still hot makes the filling extra rich and velvety.
03 -
- Layer the cheddar under and over the beef mixture for extra cheesy pockets throughout.
- A sprinkle of smoked paprika adds a subtle warmth that keeps everyone guessing.