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Easy Poor Man Husband Casserole with ground beef, noodles, and melted cheddar

Easy Poor Man Husband Casserole

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This easy Poor Man Husband Casserole layers seasoned ground beef, tender egg noodles, a creamy filling, and melted cheddar cheese for a hearty and comforting family dinner.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces wide egg noodles
  • 1 1/2 pounds lean halal-certified ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions until just al dente. Drain well and set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is tender, breaking the meat into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 3–5 minutes, then remove from the heat.
  6. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
  7. Spread half of the cooked egg noodles over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.
  8. Add the remaining noodles, then spread the seasoned ground beef mixture evenly over the top.
  9. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.
  10. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbling and the cheese is completely melted. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Ground beef: Use lean halal-certified ground beef and drain any excess fat after browning.

Noodles: Cook the egg noodles just until al dente because they will continue cooking in the oven.

Cream cheese: Let the cream cheese soften before mixing it with the sour cream for a smoother filling.

Cheese: Sharp cheddar gives the casserole more flavor, but mild or medium cheddar also works well.

Make ahead: Assemble the casserole, cover, and refrigerate until ready to bake. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.

Food safety: Ground beef should reach a safe internal temperature of 160°F.

  • Author: emily carter
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://casseroledaily.com/poor-man-husband-casserole/