Description
This Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole is a comforting and hearty meal, combining tender ground beef, sautéed onions and garlic, creamy sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese with wide egg noodles. Baked to bubbly perfection, it’s a satisfying dish perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Noodles
- 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 8 oz wide egg noodles, cooked and drained
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned thoroughly, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and sauté until the onion becomes tender and translucent.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the condensed cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and cooked egg noodles into the beef mixture.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste and mix everything well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the combined beef and noodle mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and lightly browned.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors settle.
- Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy your delicious homemade sour cream beef noodle casserole!
Notes
- This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking for convenience.
- Use fresh grated cheddar cheese for a better melt and flavor.
- For a creamier texture, add an extra 1/4 cup of sour cream or beef broth if desired.
- Substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or cream of chicken for variation.
- Ensure noodles are cooked al dente as they will soften further in the casserole.
