Mom's Noodle Bake

Treat your family to the ultimate comfort food with Mom's Noodle Bake—a hearty, oven-baked casserole that's layered with tender egg noodles, rich ground beef tomato sauce, and a lusciously creamy sour cream and cream cheese blend. Topped with a bubbly blanket of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, this dish delivers a perfect combination of tangy, savory, and cheesy goodness in every bite. With its easy-to-follow steps and ready-in-under-an-hour preparation, it's an ideal crowd-pleaser for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, Mom's Noodle Bake is a nostalgic, comforting classic that will keep everyone coming back for seconds! Perfect for searching terms like "easy casserole recipes," "family dinner ideas," and "cheesy noodle bake."

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz egg noodles
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 oz tomato sauce
• 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup sour cream
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 6

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

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the sour cream mixture. Stir until the noodles are evenly coated.

Step 8

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer half of the noodle mixture on the bottom of the dish.

Step 9

Spread half of the meat sauce over the noodles, then sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 10

Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, meat sauce, and another 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 11

Top the casserole with the shredded mozzarella cheese.

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 it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy this comforting classic with your family!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2451.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3989.8

Total Fat 291.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 153.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 962.7mg	0%
Sodium 5988.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 47.2g
Protein 201.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0.3IU	0%
Calcium 3063.4mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 2524.0mg	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: 64.1%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 16.2%