Description
Hearty sour cream beef noodle casserole brings comfort straight from Midwestern kitchens to dinner tables across America. Creamy layers of tender beef, noodles, and rich sauce promise a satisfying meal you’ll savor with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Dairy:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Liquid and Soup:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
Noodles:
- 3 cups egg noodles, cooked and drained
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a toasty 350°F (175°C), preparing a welcoming environment for the hearty casserole.
- In a robust skillet dancing over medium flame, transform ground beef with diced onions and aromatic garlic into a golden, fragrant medley, ensuring the meat is thoroughly cooked and onions become translucent.
- Drain any lingering fat, then gracefully introduce cream of mushroom soup, velvety sour cream, robust beef broth, zesty Worcestershire sauce, and a harmonious blend of seasonings, stirring until ingredients waltz together seamlessly.
- Tenderly fold in pre-cooked egg noodles, coating each strand with the luxurious beef mixture, creating a symphony of flavors and textures.
- Elegantly transfer the creation into a generously greased 9×13 inch baking vessel, crowning the surface with a lavish sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for 25-30 minutes until the cheese melts into a bubbling, golden landscape.
- Rescue from the oven, permit a brief moment of rest, then embellish with a delicate shower of fresh parsley before presenting this comforting masterpiece.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce fat content and create a healthier version of the casserole.
- Replace regular egg noodles with whole wheat noodles for added fiber and nutritional value.
- Consider using low-fat sour cream and reduced-sodium cream of mushroom soup to make the dish lighter.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a different protein option that’s lower in saturated fat.
- Add diced bell peppers or mushrooms to boost vegetable content and enhance the overall nutritional profile of the dish.
- Prepare the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate, allowing flavors to meld together for an even more delicious meal.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free noodles and check that all other ingredients are gluten-free certified.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 462 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg