Here’s a comfort-food classic—rich, cheesy, and super satisfying. Perfect for family dinners or leftovers 😋
🧀 Cheesy Beef & Noodle Casserole
🛒 Ingredients
- 250g (8 oz) egg noodles
- 450g (1 lb) ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (400g) tomato sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese (or cream cheese for richer taste)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook noodles
- Boil egg noodles according to package instructions
- Drain and set aside
2. Cook beef mixture
- In a pan, cook ground beef and onion until browned
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute
- Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes
3. Make creamy layer
- In a bowl, mix:
- Sour cream
- Cottage cheese
4. Assemble casserole
In a greased baking dish, layer:
- Half the noodles
- Half the creamy mixture
- Half the beef
- Repeat layers
Top with shredded cheddar cheese
5. Bake
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes
- Cheese should be melted and bubbly
6. Serve
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving
- Sprinkle parsley on top if you like
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor
- Use mozzarella + cheddar mix for extra stretch
- Swap beef with ground chicken or turkey
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat 🔥
🍽️ What It’s Like
Think of it as a cozy cross between lasagna and baked pasta—creamy, cheesy, and hearty.
If you want, I can give you a one-pan version (less cleanup) or a lighter, low-fat version 👍