Rich, cheesy, and ultra comforting — this beef and cheddar noodle casserole is packed with seasoned ground beef, tender noodles, and a creamy cheddar sauce baked until golden and bubbly.
🧾 Ingredients
12 oz egg noodles 🍝
1 lb ground beef 🥩
1 small onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced) 🧄
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup beef broth
1 cup sour cream or cream cheese 🥛
2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded) 🧀
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (optional)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Butter for greasing
👨🍳 Instructions
1. 🍝 Cook the noodles
Boil egg noodles until just tender. Drain and set aside.
2. 🥩 Cook the beef
In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
3. 🥣 Season it
Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce.
4. 🧀 Make it creamy
Add beef broth and sour cream (or cream cheese). Stir until creamy.
5. 🍝 Combine
Mix cooked noodles into the beef mixture. Add 1 cup cheddar cheese.
6. 🔥 Bake
Transfer to a greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar (and mozzarella if using). Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 20–25 minutes until bubbly.
7. 🍽️ Serve
Let rest 5 minutes, then serve hot.
😋 Description
Hearty Beef & Cheddar Noodle Casserole is rich, cheesy, and packed with savory beef flavor. Every bite is creamy, comforting, and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
❓ Question
Would you add extra cheese 🧀 or crispy topping 🍞?
