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Layered beef noodle casserole served on plate showing creamy noodles and meat sauce

Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole

Creamy, cheesy beef noodle casserole with layers of tender egg noodles, seasoned ground beef, and rich sour cream mixture - perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 15 oz cans tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 8 oz egg noodles
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Large pot for noodles
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. While the sauce simmers, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and cottage cheese. Add the cooked egg noodles, and season with salt and pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
  6. Spread half of the egg noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the meat sauce. Repeat the layers with the remaining egg noodles and meat sauce.
  7. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Bake in the preheated oven until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese has melted, about 30 minutes.
  8. Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Allow casserole to cool completely before covering for storage to prevent condensation. Add a splash of milk or sprinkle of cheese before reheating to refresh creamy texture. This casserole freezes beautifully for 2 to 3 months when wrapped properly.
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