Ole Mexican Noodle Bake

Dive into the bold, savory flavors of the Ole Mexican Noodle Bake, a hearty and delicious fusion casserole that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. This Tex-Mex-inspired dish combines tender egg noodles with seasoned ground beef, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, and creamy sour cream for the ultimate comfort food experience. Topped with a luscious blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, this bake comes out of the oven hot, bubbly, and irresistibly melty. Infused with taco-seasoned spices and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this family-friendly recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and serves up to six. Whether you’re craving Mexican-inspired flavors or looking for a cheesy twist on a classic pasta bake, the Ole Mexican Noodle Bake is guaranteed to satisfy!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces egg noodles
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté with the beef for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the sour cream until well combined.

Step 7

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the cooked egg noodles, followed by half of the beef mixture. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the layer. Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, beef mixture, and cheddar cheese.

Step 8

Top the casserole with the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your Ole Mexican Noodle Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1994.4 grams (1994.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3447

Total Fat 245.60g	315%
Saturated Fat 132.60g	663%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 855mg	285%
Sodium 6407mg	279%
Total Carbohydrate 146.20g	53%
Dietary Fiber 11.30g	40%
Total Sugars 32.50g
Protein 189.20g	378%

Vitamin D 72IU	362%
Calcium 2889mg	222%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 2167mg	46%

*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: 62.2%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 16.5%