Description
French onion beef casserole blends hearty Midwestern comfort with classic French flavors. Rich layers of caramelized onions, tender beef, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal you’ll crave during chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 16 oz French onion dip
- 10.5 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups fried onions
- 8 oz egg noodles
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F and lightly spray a 10-inch square baking dish with nonstick coating to prevent sticking.
- Cook egg noodles according to package directions, then drain and transfer to a spacious mixing bowl.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high temperature and thoroughly cook ground beef until no pink remains, carefully draining excess fat afterward.
- Blend French onion dip, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream into the noodles, creating a creamy base. Fold in grated cheddar cheese and the seasoned ground beef, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Pour the combined ingredients into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly. Slide into the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes until the surface turns golden and edges become bubbly.
- Carefully remove the casserole and generously scatter crispy fried onions across the top. Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes to enhance crunchiness and color.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven, which helps stabilize the texture and intensify the flavors before serving.
Notes
- Select ground beef with a lean-to-fat ratio around 80/20 for optimal flavor and moisture without excess grease.
- Customize the casserole by substituting ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for lighter protein options.
- Layer extra shredded cheese between noodle mixture for enhanced cheesy texture and richer taste profile.
- Consider adding fresh herbs like chopped parsley or chives on top for bright color and fresh flavor contrast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 555 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg