🍽️ Homestead Beef & Noodle Casserole

A cozy, hearty, homestead-style casserole loaded with seasoned beef, tender noodles, and melty cheese. Pure comfort food your whole family will devour. 🔥😍

⭐ Recipe Overview

• 🍴 Servings: 6

• ⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes

• 🔥 Cook Time: 25 minutes

• 🍲 Total Time: 35 minutes

• ⭐ Difficulty: Easy

• 🍽️ Style: Comfort Food / Homestead Cooking

🧂 Ingredients

For the Beef Mixture

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For the Sauce

• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup

• 1 cup sour cream

• ½ cup beef broth

• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup mozzarella cheese

For the Pasta

• 12 oz egg noodles (or rotini/penne)

Optional Add-Ins

• 1 cup peas

• 1 cup corn

• ½ cup diced bell pepper

• Crushed red pepper (for heat)

🔪 Tools You’ll Need

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🍲 9×13 Baking Dish

🔪 Knife Set

🥣 Mixing Bowls

🍳 Skillet

🥄 Silicone Spatula

🧀 Cheese Grater

🥄 Measuring Cups & Spoons

🥣 Instructions

Step 1 — Cook the Noodles

Boil the noodles until al dente.
Drain and set aside.

Step 2 — Brown the Beef

In a skillet over medium heat:

• Add ground beef

• Break it apart and cook until browned

• Add onion & garlic

• Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning

Cook until onions are soft.

Step 3 — Mix the Creamy Sauce

In a large bowl, whisk together:

• cream soup

• sour cream

• beef broth

• 1 cup cheddar cheese

Stir until smooth.

Step 4 — Combine Everything

Add to the bowl:

• cooked beef mixture

• cooked noodles

Fold gently until fully coated.

Step 5 — Assemble the Casserole

Spread mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 dish.
Top with:

• remaining cheddar

• mozzarella

Optional: sprinkle with parsley or paprika.

Step 6 — Bake

Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, until:

• cheese is melted

• edges are bubbling

• top is lightly golden

Step 7 — Serve

Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
This dish tastes EVEN better the next day. 😍🔥

💡 Recipe Tips

• Add peas or corn to make it a full one-pan meal

• Use rotini if you want the sauce to cling more

• Substitute ground turkey or chicken

• Mix in a spoon of ranch seasoning for extra flavor

• For spice: add red pepper flakes or jalapeños

❄️ Storage

• Refrigerate 3–4 days

• Freeze up to 2 months

• Reheat at 350°F for 15–20 minutes

⭐ Nutrition (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: ~560

• Protein: ~32g

• Carbs: ~40g

• Fat: ~29g

Our Feast

Hearty beef casserole moments to warm your soul.

FAQs

What is this?

A cozy beef and noodle casserole loaded with melty cheese.

Is it family-friendly?

Absolutely! It’s hearty comfort food your whole family will love.

How do I reheat leftovers?

Simply cover and warm in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes or until heated through.

Can I freeze it?

Yes, freeze in an airtight container for up to three months.

Is it gluten-free?

This recipe contains noodles, so it’s not gluten-free as is.

This casserole feels like a warm hug after a long day—rich, cheesy, and so satisfying!

Amy J.

★★★★★