Beef Noodle Casserole 

A warm, comforting one‑dish meal, Beef Noodle Casserole layers hearty ground beef in a rich tomato sauce with perfectly cooked egg noodles, all baked under a blanket of melted cheddar. Easy to prep and family‑friendly, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. The savory combination of beef, garlic, and Italian seasoning mixed with tender noodles and gooey cheese makes each bite satisfying. Best of all—most of the work is done on the stovetop before a quick oven finish. It’s a cozy, cheesy casserole that feels like a hug in a dish.

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) egg noodles, uncooked
  
  

• 2 tsp olive oil
  
  

• 1¼ lb (≈ 570 g) lean ground beef (90% lean)
  
  

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  
  

• 2 tsp minced garlic
  
  

• Salt & pepper, to taste
  
  

• 16 oz (1 pint / 454 g) tomato sauce
  
  

• 15 oz (1 can) diced tomatoes, drained
  
  

• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  
  

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
  
  

• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200 °C). Grease a 9×13″ baking dish.
   
   

2. Cook egg noodles in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
   
   

3. In a large skillet over medium-high, heat olive oil. Add ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook ~4–5 min until beef is browned and onion softened; season with salt & pepper.
   
   

4. Stir in tomato sauce, drained diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning; simmer until heated through.
   
   

5. Combine beef mixture with cooked noodles in the skillet or baking dish; stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese. 

6. Transfer to prepared dish, sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheddar over top. Bake 10–15 min until cheese is melted and bubbly.
   
   

7. Garnish with parsley if desired; serve warm.
   
   

Nutrients (per 1‑cup serving, recipe yields ~6 servings)

• Calories: ~458 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~47 g
  
  

• Protein: ~38 g
  
  

• Fat: ~17 g (Sat fat ~10 g)
  
  

• Sodium: ~605 mg
  
  

• Fiber: ~3 g
  
  

• Sugars: ~5 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: ~145 mg