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A scoop of Beef Noodle Casserole above the baking dish.
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Beef Noodle Casserole

A hearty and filling casserole with a creamy tomato sauce, ground beef, and tender egg noodles.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 682kcal
Author Brandie Skibinski

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce bag egg noodles
  • 2 Tablespoons butter (can use salted or unsalted)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 14 ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika )(can use regular or leave it out
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounce block cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  • Set the oven to 375°F and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Boil a large pot of salted water and cook 12 ounce bag egg noodles until they are just tender, following the package directions. Don't cook them too soft as they will continue cooking in the casserole. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt 2 Tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small onion, diced and 1 green bell pepper, diced, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in 3 cloves garlic, minced and cook for another 30 seconds.
    Diced green peppers, onions, and garlic in a skillet.
  • Add 1 pound ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks. Continue cooking until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease.
    Ground beef and veggies cooking in a skillet.
  • Stir in 14 ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices), 1 cup tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
    Ground beef, veggies, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and spices in a skillet.
  • Lower the heat and mix in 8 ounce block cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
    A tomato cheese sauce with ground beef in a skillet.
  • Combine the cooked noodles with the sauce in the skillet, tossing until the noodles are well coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
    Most of a Beef Noodle Casserole in a baking dish.
  • Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Bake uncovered (on the middle rack) for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving. Top with fresh parsley or basil, chopped, if desired. Then serve!
    Closely looking down on a baking dish with a scoop of Beef Noodle Casserole being removed.

Notes

  • Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.

Nutrition

Calories: 682kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 35g | Sodium: 1124mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g
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