Description

This cheesy beef and noodle casserole is a comforting, hearty dish made with ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, sour cream, melty cheeses, and crispy French fried onions. It’s the perfect family-friendly meal for busy weeknights or potlucks.

Ingredients

12 oz (340g) egg noodles

1 lb (450g) ground beef

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (10.5 oz / 295g) cream of mushroom soup

1 can (14.5 oz / 410g) diced tomatoes, drained

½ cup sour cream

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 ½ cups crispy French fried onions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Boil the egg noodles according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion over medium-high heat until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Stir in cream of mushroom soup, drained diced tomatoes, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
Stir in the cooked noodles and half of both shredded cheeses until evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
Add the crispy French fried onions on top and return to the oven for another 5–7 minutes, until golden and crisp.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use cream of chicken or celery soup for a flavor variation.

Add frozen peas, corn, or green beans for extra vegetables.

For a smoky flavor, use smoked cheddar or a pinch of paprika.

Reheat in the oven uncovered to keep the onions crispy.

Can be made ahead and refrigerated without the onion topping.

To freeze, assemble without onions and add them before baking.

Make vegetarian by using plant-based ground and vegetarian soup.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 75mg