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Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole

Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole: Your Family’s New Favorite

Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly dish that delights taste buds and warms hearts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Ground turkey can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots make a milder alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best; use garlic powder if necessary.
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce Marinara sauce can also work well.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning A mix of dried basil and oregano can be substituted.
For the Noodles and Creams
  • 12 oz Egg Noodles Gluten-free pasta can be a great substitute.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can work as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Ricotta cheese offers a richer texture as an alternative.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Try Monterey Jack or mozzarella for different flavors.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to your taste.

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the lean ground beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning, simmering for 5 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the egg noodles in salted water for 7-9 minutes; drain and set aside.
  6. Combine sour cream and cottage cheese in a bowl, then fold in the drained noodles.
  7. Layer half of the creamy noodle mixture, followed by half of the meat sauce in the baking dish.
  8. Repeat the layers, finishing with the remaining meat sauce on top.
  9. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove from the oven, let cool for 10 minutes, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is perfect for meal prepping or enjoying as leftovers. Try serving it with a fresh green salad for a complete meal!

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