Ground Beef Casserole – The Cozy, Cheesy Weeknight Dinner Everyone Loves

 


Ground Beef Casserole – The Cozy, Cheesy Weeknight Dinner Everyone Loves

Introduction

I’m so glad you’re here. Truly. There’s something incredibly comforting about sharing the kind of recipe that brings everyone to the table without complaints, without complicated steps, and without a mile-long ingredient list.

This Ground Beef Casserole is one of those dependable, back-pocket dinners I come back to again and again. It’s hearty, creamy, layered with flavor, and topped with bubbling, golden cheese. The kind of meal that makes the house smell amazing and guarantees seconds.

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Overview of the Recipe

This casserole layers tender egg noodles, savory ground beef simmered in tomato sauce, and a creamy onion mixture made with sour cream and cream cheese. Everything gets baked together and finished with a generous sprinkle of sharp Cheddar.

It’s simple. It’s satisfying. And it always hits the spot.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Classic comfort food flavor

  • Easy pantry ingredients

  • Perfect for busy weeknights

  • Family-friendly

  • Great for leftovers

What It Tastes Like

Think rich tomato-beef sauce wrapped around tender noodles, with a creamy, slightly tangy layer that melts into everything as it bakes. The Cheddar on top becomes bubbly and golden, adding just the right sharp finish.

It’s hearty but balanced — savory, creamy, cheesy, and deeply comforting.

Benefits of This Recipe

  • Feeds a crowd

  • Budget-friendly

  • Make-ahead friendly

  • Freezer-friendly

  • Easy to customize

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) tomato sauce

  • 1 large white onion, diced

  • 1 package (8 oz) egg noodles

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • 1 package (3 oz) cream cheese

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (or more to taste)

  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Necessary Tools

  • Large skillet

  • Large pot

  • Mixing bowl

  • 9×13-inch casserole dish

  • Wooden spoon or spatula

  • Colander

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions

This casserole is wonderfully flexible — you can easily make it your own.

Add More Vegetables

  • Diced bell peppers

  • Sautéed mushrooms

  • Spinach stirred into the beef mixture

Swap the Cheese

  • Colby Jack for a milder flavor

  • Mozzarella for extra stretch

  • Pepper Jack for a little kick

Lighten It Up

  • Use light sour cream

  • Try Neufchâtel instead of full-fat cream cheese

  • Swap ground turkey for ground beef

How to Make Ground Beef Casserole

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