“I made this last night and it is AMAZING! Tastes just like the restaurant. This recipe is from Longhorn Steakhouse.”

This Ground Beef Casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish that combines seasoned ground beef, tender egg noodles, and a creamy, tangy sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s a comforting classic that’s perfect for a family dinner.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is browned and crumbly. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
2. Simmer the sauce: Stir the garlic salt, salt, and tomato sauce into the browned ground beef. Mix well until everything is combined. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Remove the skillet from the heat and keep it covered.
3. Cook the noodles: While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook until they are al dente (tender but still slightly firm). Drain the cooked noodles and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process.
4. Preheat oven and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
5. Make the sour cream mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced white onion, sour cream, and cream cheese. Mix until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
6. Layer the casserole:
   • Spread half of the cooked egg noodles in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
   • Top the noodles with half of the sour cream mixture, spreading it evenly.
   • Spoon half of the beef mixture over the sour cream layer.
   • Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, sour cream mixture, and beef mixture.
7. Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded sharp Cheddar cheese generously over the top layer of the casserole.
8. Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown.
9. Rest and serve: Remove the Ground Beef Casserole from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy this comforting and flavorful dish!