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Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole

This comforting sour cream beef noodle casserole features tender egg noodles, savory ground beef, creamy sour cream sauce, and melted cheese baked together into a hearty family-friendly meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 oz
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Noodle Layer
  • 12 oz egg noodles
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
Topping
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • 9x13 Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned. Drain excess grease.
  4. Add garlic, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, mix the cooked noodles with sour cream and cottage cheese until well combined.
  6. Spread half of the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish. Layer half of the beef mixture over it.
  7. Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles and beef mixture.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  9. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can substitute ricotta cheese for cottage cheese for a smoother texture, or add mushrooms for extra flavor.