Sour Cream Noodle Bake

A spoonful of cheesy beef and noodle casserole being lifted from the baking dish.

Sour Cream Noodle Bake

This sour cream noodle bake is the perfect cheesy, beefy casserole for a comforting weeknight dinner. Make it ahead, freeze it, or serve fresh for easy family meals.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 461kcal

Author Kylee Ayotte

Equipment

Ingredients

8 ounces egg noodles
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 can 15 ounces tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions sliced (optional)

Instructions

Get prepped

Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions; drain and set aside. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and shred the cheddar cheese.
8 ounces egg noodles

Cook the beef mixture

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the meat is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess grease.
1 pound ground beef, 1 small onion
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
2 cloves garlic
Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
1 can, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Prepare the creamy noodles

In a large bowl, combine the sour cream and cottage cheese. Add the cooked noodles and toss to coat evenly.
1 cup sour cream, 1 cup cottage cheese

Assemble the casserole

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Spread half of the noodle mixture in the bottom, then layer with half of the beef mixture. Repeat the layers.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Bake and serve

Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with sliced green onions if using. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
2 green onions

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