Description
Amish Country Casserole delivers pure comfort straight from hearty kitchen traditions. Creamy layers of pasta, ground beef, and cheese create a satisfying meal your family will devour in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
Pantry Staples:
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed tomato soup
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and coat a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place 1 pound ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks for 7-8 minutes.
- Add 1 chopped onion and 1 minced garlic clove to the beef, sautéing until the onions become translucent and soft, about 3 minutes.
- Pour 1 can of tomato soup, 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, and 1 cup of milk into the skillet, stirring until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Season the sauce with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cook 2 cups of egg noodles in boiling salted water for 8-9 minutes until they reach al dente consistency, then drain completely.
- Fold the cooked noodles into the beef sauce, ensuring each noodle is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Optional: Stir in 1 cup of frozen peas for added color and nutrition.
- Transfer the entire mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the top, covering the entire casserole.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes until the cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly texture.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes to set before serving.
Notes
- Check ground beef for even browning by breaking it into small, uniform pieces while cooking to ensure no large clumps remain.
- Choose wide egg noodles for better sauce coverage and a more satisfying texture in each bite.
- For a lighter version, swap regular soups for low-sodium options and use lean ground beef to reduce overall calories.
- When freezing leftovers, store in an airtight container and consume within 3 months for best quality and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 621 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg