Description
Midwestern hamburger supreme casserole combines hearty ground beef with creamy layers of comfort. Classic ingredients meld together in a satisfying one-dish meal you can savor with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 lb ground beef (lean preferred)
- 8 oz egg noodles (or substitute with penne/elbow macaroni)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 tbsps butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) for optimal cooking preparation.
- Cook egg noodles according to package directions, thoroughly drain, and reserve to the side.
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet, carefully draining excess fat after cooking.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, chopped bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the beef, sautéing until vegetables become tender and fragrant.
- Pour tomato sauce into the skillet, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Allow mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, developing rich flavors.
- Whisk sour cream, softened cream cheese, and butter in a separate bowl until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Grease a casserole dish and create first layer using half of the prepared egg noodles.
- Spread the seasoned beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the noodle layer.
- Gently distribute the cream mixture across the beef layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Add remaining noodles as the final base layer.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, optional Parmesan or crumbled bacon can be added for extra flavor.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until casserole becomes bubbly and cheese melts completely.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier alternative that keeps the rich flavor profile intact.
- Prep vegetables ahead of time to streamline cooking and reduce overall kitchen time, making this dish more weeknight-friendly.
- Add extra vegetables like spinach or zucchini to boost nutritional value and create a more colorful, balanced casserole.
- Consider using gluten-free egg noodles for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 482 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg