Sour Cream Noodle Bake
Sour Cream Noodle Bake is a comforting casserole made with egg noodles, ground beef, and a creamy sour cream sauce, combined with cheese for a delightful melty topping. It's an easy but satisfying dish perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 9x13 inch baking dish
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese ½ cup is used for layering, remaining is for topping.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic until the meat is fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and cottage cheese. Add the drained egg noodles and stir until well coated.
- In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the noodle mixture, followed by half of the beef mixture. Sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining noodle mixture and beef mixture, finishing with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on the top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers to the beef mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.