Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)
Hearty layers of beef, tangy sour cream, tender noodles, and melted cheese baked to golden perfection.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main Ingredients
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450 g lean ground beef
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0.5 yellow onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cans (425 g each) tomato sauce
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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225 g egg noodles
→ Dairy Mixture
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240 ml sour cream
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240 ml cottage cheese
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110 g cheddar cheese, grated
→ Seasonings
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease a 33x23 cm baking dish with nonstick spray.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion until beef is browned and fully cooked, about 10 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
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Add tomato sauce and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Meanwhile, cook egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream and cottage cheese. Add cooked noodles. Season with salt and pepper, and stir until well combined.
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Spread half of the noodle mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Layer with half of the meat sauce. Repeat with remaining noodles and sauce.
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Evenly sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top. Bake in preheated oven until sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted, about 30 minutes.
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Allow casserole to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Layering the casserole ensures an even distribution of sauce, noodles, and cheese for every portion.