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Creamy Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole
If you’re craving a hearty, satisfying dinner that feels like classic homemade comfort food, this Creamy Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole is the perfect choice. Popular in many American family kitchens for decades, this casserole combines tender egg noodles, savory ground beef, and a creamy tangy sauce made with sour cream and cottage cheese. Layered together and baked with melted cheddar on top, every bite delivers the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and savory flavor.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
8 oz egg noodles
2 cans (15 oz each) tomato sauce
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
½ yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Cook the Beef
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Make the Meat Sauce
Stir in the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
Step 4: Cook the Noodles
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly.
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Step 5: Prepare the Creamy Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the sour cream and cottage cheese. Add the cooked noodles and gently toss until the noodles are fully coated. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Step 6: Assemble the Casserole
Spread half of the creamy noodle mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Add half of the beef sauce on top.
Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles and meat sauce.
Step 7: Add Cheese and Bake
Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the cheese has melted.
Step 8: Rest Before Serving
Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving so the layers can set slightly and hold together when scooped.
Conclusion
This Creamy Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole is the kind of comforting, home-style meal that brings everyone to the table. With its creamy noodles, rich beef sauce, and melted cheese topping, it’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep for the week. One serving is never enough, and it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
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