Grandmother’s Classic Ground Beef Casserole
This timeless casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings back memories of grandma’s home cooking. The rich tomato sauce, creamy filling, and cheesy topping make it a family favorite.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tomato sauce (15 oz cans) | 2 |
| Onion, diced | 1 large |
| Egg noodles (8 oz package) | 1 |
| Sour cream | 1 cup |
| Cream cheese (3 oz package) | 1 |
| Ground beef | 1 lb |
| Shredded sharp Cheddar cheese | ½ cup |
| Garlic salt | 1 tsp |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| White sugar | 1 tsp |
Instructions:
- Cook the noodles: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the beef and onion: Brown the ground beef in a skillet. Add the diced onion and cook until softened. Season with garlic salt, salt, and sugar. Pour in the tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the creamy layer: Combine softened cream cheese and sour cream in a bowl.
- Assemble the casserole: Layer the noodles, creamy layer, and beef mixture in a baking dish. Top with shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is bubbly.
