Description
A hearty, comforting casserole made with tender egg noodles, savory ground meat, creamy sauce, and melted cheese—perfect for Sunday dinner or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
- 12 oz wide egg noodles, cooked and drained
- 1 lb ground beef or ground sausage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef (or sausage) with onion until browned. Add garlic in the last minute of cooking.
- Drain excess grease and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, meat mixture, cream soup, and sour cream. Mix until well combined.
- Spread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until hot and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add frozen peas or corn for extra sweetness and color.
- Mix in paprika or cayenne for a mild kick.
- Swap cheddar for mozzarella or a cheese blend.
- Use leftover cooked chicken instead of beef for a lighter version.
- To make vegetarian, replace meat with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or mixed veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
