Italian Noodle Casserole with Ground Beef
User Reviews
4
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
470 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Italian Noodle Casserole with Ground Beef
Description
The Italian Noodle Casserole with Ground Beef starts by browning lean ground beef (or turkey) seasoned with garlic, oregano, onion flakes, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper before simmering in tomato sauce. Meanwhile, egg noodles are cooked and combined with a creamy mixture of softened cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese to meld the pasta with the cheese base. This mixture forms the bottom layer in a baking dish, providing a smooth, moist foundation.
The seasoned meat sauce is spread evenly over the noodles and cheese base, then topped with shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Baking at 350°F for about 30 minutes melts the cheese topping and heats through the layers, creating a bubbly and lightly browned finish. The casserole manifests a mixture of hearty flavors and textures: tender noodles, tangy and rich cheeses, and a savory tomato beef sauce infused with warm spices.
Serving this casserole offers a filling meal often enjoyed as a main dish. It pairs well with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables. The dish is a practical baked pasta option that combines convenience with home-cooked flavor, allowing for preparation ahead of time.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 2 tablespoon dried onion flakes
- 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 16 oz. tomato sauce
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 x 13 baking pan.
- In a skillet, cook the beef or turkey until no longer pink. Drain fat.
- Add in the garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, onion, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and tomato sauce. Allow to simmer for 10 minutes over medium heat.
- Cook egg noodles according to packaged directions. Drain water and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese.
- Pour cooked noodles into cream cheese mixture and stir until all is combined.
- Place mixture into 9x13 pan and spread evenly.
- Pour meat sauce on top of pasta evenly.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes and serve!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 470 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 470kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 964mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 619mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 650IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 370mg | 37% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4
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