Creamy Beef Noodle Bake
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can tomato sauce
15 oz
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 package wide egg noodles
12 oz
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 container cottage cheese)
16 oz
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Directions
- 1
Heat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9x13 baking dish and spray with cooking spray.
- 2
Cook the ground beef in a skillet pan, over medium-high heat, until no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.
- 3
Add the tomato sauce, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the meat. Stir and let it simmer, over medium heat, while the egg noodles cook.
- 4
Cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Don't forget to add at least 1 teaspoon of salt in with the noodles. * I usually add about 2 teaspoons of kosher salt.
- 5
In large mixing bowl, stir together the sour cream and cottage cheese.
- 6
When noodles are done cooking, drain the noodles, but do not rinse. Add the noodles into the mixing bowl with the cottage cheese and stir to coat all the noodles.
- 7
Pour half the egg noodle mixture into your prepared pan, top with half the ground beef mixture, and then half the shredded cheese. Repeat.
- 8
Cover with foil and cook for 20 minutes.* If you want those crunchy casserole edges and noodle edges then don't cover with tin foil.
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About this Recipe
Looking for that ultimate comfort food that brings everyone to the table? This Creamy Beef Noodle Bake is your answer, offering hearty flavors and a satisfying texture that makes weeknight dinners feel special and universally loved. It's a comforting casserole that truly delivers on its promise of deliciousness. What sets this bake apart is its irresistible combination of savory ground beef, a rich tomato sauce, and lusciously creamy egg noodles, all brought together with a generous layer of melted cheese. It's a testament to how simple ingredients can create something truly extraordinary and universally loved, ensuring every bite is pure comfort. Prepare for a symphony of textures and tastes: tender wide egg noodles enveloped in a tangy, creamy sauce, perfectly complementing the seasoned ground beef. Each bite promises a harmonious blend of savory, cheesy goodness with a subtle tang from the tomato sauce and sour cream. This layered casserole delivers satisfying comfort, reminiscent of classic home-cooked meals your family will ask for again and again. This Creamy Beef Noodle Bake is wonderfully versatile. You can easily swap the ground beef for ground turkey or even a plant-based ground substitute for a vegetarian twist. Feel free to experiment with different types of shredded cheese—a blend of cheddar and mozzarella works beautifully, or a sharp provolone could add an extra layer of flavor. This hearty casserole is perfect for a comforting family dinner on a chilly evening, a potluck, or anytime you need a satisfying meal to feed a crowd. Serve it with a simple side salad to complete your plate.