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Creamy Sour Cream Noodle Bake Recipe

Creamy Sour Cream Noodle Bake Recipe


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  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 9 1x

Description

Creamy sour cream noodle bake brings hearty midwestern comfort to dinner tables. Ground beef and noodles combine with tangy cheese for a satisfying one-pan meal you’ll savor with family and friends.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef
  • 12 ounces (340 g) egg noodles
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 can (15 oz, 425 g) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14 oz, 397 g) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F, creating an ideal environment for a perfectly baked casserole.
  2. Prepare Skillet: Brown ground beef over medium-high heat, fragmenting meat into fine, even crumbles while eliminating excess fat.
  3. Season Meat: Incorporate tomato sauce, salt, and pepper into the beef, developing a robust and savory flavor profile.
  4. Noodle Preparation: Boil egg noodles in salted water until achieving an al dente consistency, then drain thoroughly.
  5. Create Creamy Base: Fold sour cream and cottage cheese into the noodles, generating a luxurious and smooth coating.
  6. Layer Casserole: Grease a rectangular baking dish, then strategically layer the creamy noodle mixture as the foundation.
  7. Meat Distribution: Spread seasoned ground beef evenly across the noodle base, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
  8. Cheese Finish: Generously blanket the meat with shredded cheddar cheese, creating a tempting golden-brown topping.
  9. Bake and Rest: Cook in preheated oven until cheese melts and turns bubbly, then allow casserole to settle for 5-7 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Prevent Meat Dryness: Brown ground beef quickly over medium-high heat to seal in moisture and create a rich flavor profile without overcooking.
  • Noodle Texture Control: Boil egg noodles just until al dente, draining immediately to avoid mushy consistency and maintain a perfect tender bite.
  • Cheese Melting Technique: Sprinkle cheese evenly and use the last few minutes of baking at a slightly higher temperature to achieve a golden, crispy cheese topping.
  • Dietary Adaptation: Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternative for a lighter version, and use low-fat dairy options to reduce overall calorie content.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 9
  • Calories: 132.5
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg