Description

Craving something hearty, comforting, and full of flavor? This Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole is exactly what your weeknight dinner rotation needs. With tender egg noodles wrapped in a rich tomato beef sauce and a luscious sour cream and cottage cheese layer, this baked casserole is topped with melted sharp cheddar for the ultimate finish. It’s a satisfying easy dinner, ideal for meal prep, and a great option when you’re looking for quick comfort food ideas or family-friendly meals that everyone will love. Creamy, cheesy, and beefy—this is one of those easy recipes that delivers every time.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
15 oz tomato sauce
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
8 oz egg noodles
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 7 minutes.
Stir in garlic, then add tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix sour cream and cottage cheese together until smooth.
Cook egg noodles in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half the noodles, half the sour cream mixture, and half the beef sauce. Repeat the layers.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes