Heavenly Ground Beef Casserole

Indulge in comfort food at its finest with this "Heavenly Ground Beef Casserole," a family-friendly dinner classic that's as satisfying as it is easy to make. Featuring layers of tender egg noodles, rich and savory ground beef simmered with tomatoes and Italian seasonings, and a creamy blend of sour cream and cream cheese, this baked casserole is crowned with a gooey combination of melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Ready in under an hour, this dish is perfect for weeknight meals yet indulgent enough for special occasions. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and serve up a hearty meal that’s destined to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions, draining them just before they become fully tender. Set aside.

Step 6

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

Step 7

In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the cooked egg noodles at the bottom.

Step 8

Spread half of the sour cream and cream cheese mixture over the noodles, then top with half of the ground beef mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 9

Repeat the layers: add the remaining egg noodles, sour cream mixture, ground beef mixture, and another 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the top with the shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 10

Cover the casserole with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1952.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3615.3

Total Fat 270.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 142.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 889.1mg	0%
Sodium 5998.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 192.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0.2IU	0%
Calcium 3054.1mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 2545.3mg	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: 65.8%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 13.4%