Beef and Noodle Casserole Recipe

by Joy
(London)

This Beef and Noodle Casserole is one of my family's all-time favorite meals! This is a definite crowd-pleaser. I make this dish all the time when I have my friends over for dinner. It is always a big hit!

This casserole is perfect when there is a busy day coming up, because you can prepare it in advance. It is ideal for a potluck, too. The flavors blend together to create a yummy combination.

*Serves 4 to 6


Beef and Noodle Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

1 pound lean ground beef

1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce, preferably no-salt added

4 large garlic cloves, minced

1/4 cup chopped onion

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup cottage cheese, small or large curd

1 cup low fat sour cream or plain yoghurt

1/2 cup finely chopped fresh chives, or use 4 tablespoons freeze-dried

8 ounces wide or hearty noodles, cooked according to package directions for al dente and drained

1 cup shredded sharp low-fat cheddar cheese


Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350° F. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the beef. Drain off the excess grease. Add the tomato sauce, garlic, onion, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer about 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine the cottage cheese, low fat yoghurt and chives in a large bowl. Gently fold in the cooked noodles. Season with more salt and pepper as desired. Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with oil or cooking spray. Layer half of the noodle mixture in the bottom.

Top with a layer of the meat mixture. Top with half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles and beef. Cover tightly with greased or sprayed foil. Bake until hot and bubbly, about 35 minutes.


Remove the foil and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Return to oven, uncovered, and bake until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Let rest about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes: Casserole may be assembled early in the day, or even a day ahead, and refrigerated. Bake at 400° for about 45 minutes or until hot. Add the remaining cheese as directed in recipe.


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Original Beef and Noodle Casserole Recipe