Description
Cheesy Beef Noodle Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, blending savory ground beef, tender egg noodles, and gooey cheddar cheese into a dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. This easy-to-make casserole is sure to delight your taste buds and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas or bell peppers)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup and milk until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold in cooked noodles and optional vegetables until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with shredded cheddar cheese, and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using seasoned ground turkey instead of beef. Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella for a milder taste.