Husbands Delight

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with "Husband's Delight," a hearty and cheesy casserole that's destined to become a family favorite. This all-in-one dish starts with layers of tender egg noodles, rich sour cream, and creamy, tangy cream cheese, topped with a savory ground beef and tomato sauce mixture infused with garlic and Italian seasoning. Finished with a generous topping of melted sharp cheddar cheese, this baked casserole is the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and baked to golden perfection, it's ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy family gathering. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve this delectable dish hot for a meal that's as satisfying as it is crowd-pleasing. Keywords: Husband's Delight recipe, cheesy casserole, ground beef casserole, comfort food recipe, family dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 ounces uncooked egg noodles
• 1 cup sour cream
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing the dish
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion is softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato sauce, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and softened cream cheese. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 7

Spread half of the cooked egg noodles into the bottom of the prepared baking dish as the first layer.

Step 8

Add the sour cream and cream cheese mixture as the second layer, spreading it evenly over the noodles.

Step 9

Layer the remaining half of the cooked noodles on top of the cream cheese mixture.

Step 10

Pour the ground beef and tomato sauce mixture over the top evenly as the final layer.

Step 11

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the top of the casserole.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for 5 minutes to set. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired, before serving.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, cheesy delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2047.5 grams (2047.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4758

Total Fat 311.90g	400%
Saturated Fat 170.20g	851%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1257mg	419%
Sodium 6165mg	268%
Total Carbohydrate 306.70g	112%
Dietary Fiber 17.50g	63%
Total Sugars 45.30g
Protein 208.90g	418%

Vitamin D 6IU	29%
Calcium 2409mg	185%
Iron 23mg	126%
Potassium 2396mg	51%

*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: 57.6%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 25.2%