Description
A comforting and easy Cheesy Beef Casserole that combines ground beef, egg noodles, and cheesy goodness, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)
- 1 lb egg noodles (uncooked)
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 packet chili or taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Onion powder to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon)
- Garlic salt to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon)
- 2 to 3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or cheddar-monterey jack mix)
- 1 cup frozen corn or drained black beans (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Chop one medium onion and one bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, adding onions and bell peppers until translucent.
- Drain excess grease and season the meat mixture.
- Spread uncooked egg noodles in the casserole dish and pour the diced tomatoes over them.
- Spoon the beef mixture over the tomatoes and noodles, mixing gently.
- Top with shredded cheese and any additional seasonings.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is golden.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.
Notes
You can use ground turkey or chicken as a lighter alternative. Swap for gluten-free noodles if needed. To make ahead, assemble the casserole and refrigerate up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: casserole, comfort food, beef, easy recipe