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Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole

Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole combines creamy textures and savory goodness for a nostalgic weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Swap for turkey or chicken for a lighter dish.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots or green onions work as nice substitutes.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Opt for minced fresh garlic for robust taste.
  • 15 ounce Tomato Sauce Marinara sauce can be an excellent alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Individual dried herbs like oregano and basil are great substitutes.
  • 8 ounces Egg Noodles Rotini or gluten-free noodles are fine alternatives.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthier substitute.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Ricotta can be used if preferred.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Try Monterey Jack or Mozzarella for a milder flavor.
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef and chopped yellow onion for about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning, simmer for about 5 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a pot of salted boiling water, cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and cottage cheese, then fold in the cooked egg noodles, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Layer half of the cheesy noodle mixture in the greased baking dish followed by half of the meat sauce. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  7. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese on top and ensure even coverage.
  8. Bake for about 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, then cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Don't overcook the noodles; layer wisely for flavor distribution and cool before storing. Variations with vegetables can enhance the dish.

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