Beef Noodle Casserole (Printable)
Baked casserole of seasoned ground beef, egg noodles, tomato sauce and cheddar for warm, hearty weeknight meals.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound ground beef
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 bell pepper, diced
→ Sauces and Liquids
05 - 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
06 - 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
07 - 1/2 cup beef broth
→ Pasta
08 - 8 ounces egg noodles
→ Dairy
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream
→ Spices & Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish (Optional)
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# How To Make It:
01 - Set oven to 375°F.
02 - Cook egg noodles in a saucepan following package directions. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
04 - Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are softened.
05 - Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with their juice, beef broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Fold in cooked noodles and sour cream until mixture is uniformly combined.
07 - Spoon mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
08 - Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling and cheese is melted.
09 - Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This casserole tastes like a big, cozy hug after a long day and reheats brilliantly for easy leftovers.
- The combination of creamy noodles, savory sauce, and gooey cheese is a low-effort crowd-pleaser that always draws compliments.
02 -
- Let your beef drain thoroughly—otherwise, excess grease will pool at the bottom and dull the flavors.
- The sour cream will look streaky at first, but keep folding—smooth creaminess sneaks up in the oven.
03 -
- Underbake the noodles just a little—they'll turn spoon-soft during baking and absorb all the flavors.
- Mixing the sour cream off the heat prevents it from separating, so the sauce stays creamy and rich.