Company Casserole

Indulge in the comforting layers of "Company Casserole," a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. This hearty casserole features tender egg noodles, a creamy blend of sour cream and cream cheese, and a flavorful meat sauce made with ground beef, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasonings. Topped with a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese, every bite delivers rich, cheesy goodness that’s hard to resist. With just 20 minutes of prep and a bake time of 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is a lifesaver for busy cooks. Garnish with fresh parsley to add a pop of color, and serve this bubbling masterpiece straight from the oven for an irresistibly cozy meal. Perfect for serving a crowd, "Company Casserole" will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 12 ounces egg noodles
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 8 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess grease.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Spread half of the cooked egg noodles evenly in the prepared casserole dish.

Step 8

Layer half of the cream cheese mixture over the noodles, spreading it gently to cover.

Step 9

Top with half of the meat mixture, spreading it evenly over the layers.

Step 10

Repeat the layers: add the remaining noodles, the rest of the cream cheese mixture, and then the remaining meat mixture.

Step 11

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 14

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2267.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4139.7

Total Fat 321.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 176.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 1082.0mg	0%
Sodium 6375.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 50.9g
Protein 177.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.8IU	0%
Calcium 2439.7mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 3196.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.8%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 15.5%