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Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole

Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole for Cozy Family Dinners

Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole is a comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners, combining hearty flavors and nostalgia.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or lentils for a leaner option
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can be replaced with shallots or green onions
  • 2 cloves Garlic Substitute with garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce Use diced tomatoes or marinara for variation
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Substitute with dried herbs like basil and oregano
For the Noodle Mixture
  • 12 ounces Egg Noodles Substitute with gluten-free pasta if needed
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Ricotta can be used for a similar texture
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Substitute with mozzarella or cheese blend
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Large Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef and chopped onion. Sauté for about 10 minutes until browned.
  3. Add minced garlic and stir for an additional minute until fragrant. Then, stir in tomato sauce and Italian seasoning.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cook egg noodles according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until tender. Drain and set aside.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and cottage cheese until smooth, then gently fold in drained egg noodles.
  7. Spread half of the creamy noodle mixture in the baking dish. Layer with half of the beef sauce. Repeat the layering.
  8. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top. Bake for about 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use quality beef for a richer flavor and allow the casserole to rest after baking for better structure.

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