Cheesy Beef And Noodle Casserole (Print Version)

Comforting casserole with tender noodles, savory ground beef, and golden melted cheese topping.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound ground beef

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup frozen peas
05 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

→ Pasta

06 - 12 ounces egg noodles

→ Dairy

07 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
08 - 1 cup sour cream

→ Sauces & Canned Goods

09 - 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
10 - 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
11 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste

→ Spices & Seasonings

12 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
13 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
14 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Other

15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
02 - Cook egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and red bell pepper; sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
04 - Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat.
05 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add tomato paste, drained tomatoes, peas, Italian herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes to combine flavors.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Mix in sour cream and cream of mushroom soup until fully incorporated.
07 - Fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese and the cooked noodles until evenly distributed.
08 - Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top evenly with the remaining cheddar cheese.
09 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and bubbly. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all day
  • The leftovers somehow taste even better, making it perfect for tomorrow's lunch
  • Its the kind of comfort food that makes people ask whats for dinner before they even take off their coats
02 -
  • Dont skip the resting time at the end, otherwise it slides everywhere when you try to serve it
  • If your sauce seems too thick before baking, add a splash of pasta water to loosen it up
  • The cheese on top can go from golden to burned quickly, so check it at the 20 minute mark
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded, it melts so much better
  • Use a potato masher to quickly break up the ground beef as it browns
  • Line your baking dish with foil for easier cleanup

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