Beef Noodle Bake

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this hearty and cheesy Beef Noodle Bake! Perfectly al dente egg noodles are layered with a rich, flavorful meat sauce made from extra-lean ground beef, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic garlic and onions. A luscious blend of cream cheese and sour cream adds a creamy texture, while a bubbling layer of shredded mozzarella and cheddar creates the perfect golden topping. This baked casserole is an easy, family-friendly dinner option that’s ready in just one hour and feeds six generously. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete, crowd-pleasing feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound extra-lean ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 12 ounces egg noodles
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or a light coating of oil.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the cooked beef and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer the sauce for 10 minutes to develop flavor.

Step 5

While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until just al dente. Drain the noodles and set them aside.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.

Step 7

Place half of the cooked noodles in the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with half of the cream cheese mixture, spreading it gently across the noodles. Then layer half of the meat sauce over the cream cheese mixture. Repeat this layering process with the remaining noodles, cream cheese mixture, and meat sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the beef noodle bake from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	520.9 grams (520.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1414

Total Fat 111.30g	143%
Saturated Fat 67.50g	338%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 344mg	115%
Sodium 2014mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 35.10g	13%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 17.90g
Protein 70.60g	141%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1931mg	149%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 722mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.3%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 9.9%