Description
Cream beef noodle casserole brings comfort straight from Grandma’s kitchen to your dinner table, with hearty ground beef and creamy egg noodles that make your family smile. Hearty and satisfying, this classic dish delivers warm nostalgia in every delicious forkful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 onion, diced
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil 8 oz wide egg noodles in a pot of salted water for 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain completely and set aside in a colander.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking meat into small crumbles until no pink remains.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet after browning the beef. Transfer meat to a large mixing bowl.
- Dice 1 whole onion into small, uniform pieces. Add onion to the bowl with the beef.
- Pour 1 cup full-fat sour cream, 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the bowl. Mix ingredients thoroughly.
- Gradually stir 1 cup beef broth into the mixture until everything is evenly combined and coated.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Transfer the combined mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle an additional ½ cup of cheddar cheese on top for extra flavor and color.
- Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes. Chop fresh parsley and sprinkle on top before serving.
Notes
- Select wide egg noodles for the best texture and ability to hold the creamy sauce.
- Choose a lean ground beef to reduce excess grease in the final casserole.
- Shred your own cheese instead of using pre-shredded for a smoother, more melted result.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like Monterey Jack or sharp cheddar to customize the flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 to 6
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg