French Onion Beef Casserole – A Hearty, Comforting Dish with a Savory Twist

This French Onion Beef Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and the deliciously rich flavor of French onion dip. The addition of crispy fried onions on top brings the perfect crunch, making each bite a mouthwatering experience. This casserole is easy to prepare, filling, and packed with savory flavors. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal. You can even make it ahead of time for an effortless meal later!

Ingredients

• 10 ounces dried egg noodles
  
  

• 1 pound lean ground beef
  
  

• Salt and pepper, to taste
  
  

• 2 cans (10.75 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  
  

• 1 (15 ounce) jar Lay's French Onion Dip
  
  

• ½ cup French's fried onions
  
  

• Freshly chopped parsley, if desired
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
   
   

2. Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of water according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
   
   

3. In a large skillet, cook and crumble the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper. Drain any excess grease.
   
   

4. Add both cans of cream of mushroom soup and the French onion dip to the beef in the skillet. Stir together until well combined.
   
   

5. Gently fold in the cooked egg noodles, mixing them into the beef mixture.
   
   

6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan.
   
   

7. Sprinkle the fried onions evenly over the top.
   
   

8. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until the casserole is thoroughly heated and bubbly.
   
   

9. Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving)

• Calories: 380 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 35g
  
  

• Protein: 20g
  
  

• Fat: 20g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 6g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 45mg
  
  

• Sodium: 950mg
  
  

• Potassium: 400mg
  
  

• Fiber: 2g
  
  

• Sugar: 4g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 150 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 2mg
  
  

• Calcium: 80mg
  
  

• Iron: 2mg