This old-fashioned casserole is made with seasoned ground beef, tender egg noodles, creamy sauce, and melted cheese. It’s filling, affordable, and perfect for feeding a family on a budget.
🧂 Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sour cream
2 cups egg noodles, cooked
1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper
Optional: paprika or Italian seasoning
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add onion; cook until soft.
Add garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
2️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce
Stir in cream of mushroom soup and sour cream until smooth.
Remove from heat.
3️⃣ Assemble the Casserole
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a baking dish.
Layer half the cooked noodles.
Add half the beef mixture.
Sprinkle cheese.
Repeat layers.
4️⃣ Bake
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve with a simple green salad
Add steamed vegetables on the side
Great for leftovers and meal prep
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this cheaper?
Yes — use half beef and half lentils, or add frozen vegetables to stretch it.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Assemble, cover, refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bake.
Q: Can I freeze it?
Absolutely. Freeze before or after baking for up to 2 months.
Q: Can I change the soup?
Cream of chicken or cream of celery both work well.
