Description

A rich, comforting dish that combines ground beef, savory tomato sauce, creamy sour cream, melty cheese, and tender egg noodles, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

½ teaspoon paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

2 cups cooked egg noodles

1 cup sour cream

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

¼ cup chopped green onions (optional)

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Instructions

In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion softens. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, making sure the garlic becomes fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix the cooked egg noodles with sour cream until well combined.
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and layer half of the noodle mixture on the bottom. Top with half of the beef sauce. Repeat the layers and then sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

If you want an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef sauce for a little spice.

For a vegetarian version, swap ground beef for a plant-based substitute or use extra vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, and zucchini.

If you’re following a gluten-free diet, use gluten-free pasta and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free.

This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge overnight before baking.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 60mg