Description
A traditional Midwestern comfort dish featuring ground beef, egg noodles, tomato soup, and a creamy sauce — simple, hearty, and nostalgic, perfect for a family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups cooked egg noodles
- 1 can (10.75 oz) tomato soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 °F to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Ground Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef and onion mixture, tomato soup, cream of mushroom soup, milk, and cooked egg noodles. Stir thoroughly to mix all ingredients evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the casserole mixture.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, creamy, bubbly, and the cheese has melted and lightly browned.
Notes
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking for convenience on busy nights.
- For added texture and nutrition, consider mixing in peas or corn before baking.
- Use sharp cheddar for a more pronounced cheese flavor.
- Leftovers store well and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main / Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Amish Country
