Description
Craving a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that’s easy to make with pantry staples? This **Beef Noodle Casserole** is your new weeknight dinner hero. Made with tender egg noodles, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato sauce, then topped with melted cheddar cheese, this classic casserole delivers big comfort with minimal effort. Whether you’re after **quick dinner ideas**, an **easy recipe** to prep ahead, or **family-friendly food ideas**, this dish checks all the boxes. It’s also freezer-friendly, customizable, and perfect for leftovers!
Ingredients
12 ounces egg noodles
1 pound ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
24 ounces tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Boil the egg noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat.
4. Add chopped onion and garlic to the beef. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the onion is soft.
5. Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
6. In a large bowl or greased 9×13 baking dish, mix the cooked noodles with the meat sauce.
7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
8. Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top, if desired.
10. Garnish with parsley, rest for 5 minutes, then serve.
Notes
Let the casserole rest before slicing to help it set and serve cleaner portions.
Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and flavor.
You can assemble the casserole a day ahead and bake it fresh when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: easy dinner, beef casserole, comfort food, quick family meals, baked pasta