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Homemade hamburger noodle casserole with seasoned ground beef, wide egg noodles, creamy tomato sauce, and melted cheddar cheese.

Easy Hamburger Noodle Casserole

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This easy hamburger noodle casserole combines seasoned ground beef, tender egg noodles, creamy homemade tomato sauce, and melted cheddar cheese. A comforting, family-friendly dinner made without condensed soup.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • For the casserole
  • 12 oz wide egg noodles
  • 1½ lb halal-certified ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1½ cups tomato sauce
  • ½ cup milk, plus more if needed
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Cook the noodles
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the egg noodles in lightly salted boiling water for 1–2 minutes less than the package instructions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
  3. 2. Brown the ground beef
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the diced onion for 3–4 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
  5. 3. Season the beef
  6. Add the minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  7. 4. Prepare the sauce
  8. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the tomato sauce and milk. Remove the skillet from the heat, allow it to cool slightly, and stir in the sour cream until smooth.
  9. 5. Combine the ingredients
  10. Add the drained noodles and 1 cup of cheddar cheese to the beef mixture. Stir gently until evenly coated. Add a splash of milk if the mixture appears too thick.
  11. 6. Assemble the casserole
  12. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Transfer the mixture to the dish and sprinkle with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella.
  13. 7. Bake
  14. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 5–10 minutes, until the cheese melts and the casserole is thoroughly heated.
  15. 8. Serve
  16. Rest for approximately 5 minutes, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
  17. Copier les instructions

Notes

Cook the egg noodles slightly under al dente to prevent them from becoming mushy during baking. Drain excess grease from the ground beef and add the sour cream after removing the skillet from the heat to keep the sauce creamy. Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melting. For a halal-friendly version, choose halal-certified beef and suitable cheese. Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for 3–4 days and reheat to 165°F (74°C).

  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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