Deb's Italian Noodle Casserole

Indulge in comfort food perfection with Deb's Italian Noodle Casserole, a hearty, flavor-packed dish that brings together the best of Italian cuisine. Layered with savory Italian sausage, tender egg noodles, and a rich marinara sauce, this casserole is elevated by a creamy ricotta cheese blend and a golden, bubbly topping of mozzarella and Parmesan. Infused with garlic, onion, and fresh parsley, each bite delivers a symphony of bold, satisfying flavors. Easy to assemble and baked to cheesy perfection, this 6-serving casserole is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. Ready in just one hour, it’s a delicious and comforting way to bring everyone to the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 24 ounces Marinara sauce
• 12 ounces Egg noodles
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with olive oil.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet, stirring to combine with the sausage mixture. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

While the sauce simmers, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Spread half of the cooked noodles in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Top with half of the sausage and marinara mixture, spreading evenly. Add half of the ricotta cheese mixture in dollops and spread gently.

Step 8

Repeat the layers: remaining noodles, sausage marinara mixture, and ricotta mixture.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 10

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2171.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3671.3

Total Fat 248.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.8g
Cholesterol 868.3mg	0%
Sodium 9722.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 213.4g	0%

Vitamin D 181.8IU	0%
Calcium 3702.4mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 2224.8mg	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: 60.3%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 16.7%