A hearty, creamy layered casserole made with noodles, ground beef, and cheese that feeds a family on a budget.
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Calories: 520kcal
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz marinara or pasta sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- salt and pepper, to taste
- parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown ground beef with onion in a skillet. Drain fat, add garlic, and cook briefly.
- Stir in pasta sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix sour cream and cream cheese until smooth.
- Layer half the noodles, half the cream mixture, and half the meat sauce in the dish.
- Repeat layers and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving and garnish if desired.
Notes
Let the casserole rest before serving for cleaner slices. Freezes well before baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 520mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 20mg