Hamburger Noodle Casserole

This hamburger noodle casserole is the ultimate comfort food meal. It combines perfectly seasoned ground beef with tender noodles in a creamy sauce, all covered in a layer of melted cheese. It's as good as it sounds and is a really simple recipe to make!

The Best Hamburger Noodle Casserole

If you're looking for the perfect all-in-one comfort food meal the whole family will love, look no further than this old fashioned hamburger noodle casserole.

It has a seasoned ground beef mixture and perfectly cooked noodles coated in a decadent creamy tomato sauce. Everything is baked under a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese for a flavorful dish that's just irresistible.

Gah, it's so good, and this is actually a really easy ground beef recipe too.

This hamburger noodle casserole is the perfect dinner to make on a busy weeknight, and it doubles as a convenient and impressive dish to serve if you're hosting!

As good as this ground beef noodle casserole is by itself, it's even better when you serve it with this Cheesecake Factory brown bread or these Texas Roadhouse rolls to soak up the delicious sauce.

Why This Recipe Works

It's simple to make. You just have to cook the meat, cook the noodles, then combine all of the ingredients and layer them in your casserole dish. From there, the oven will take care of the rest.

Customizable. This noodle hamburger casserole offers plenty of room for customization. You can add or take away any ingredients you want and make it a bit different every time.

A dinner the whole family will love. This classic ground beef casserole is a dinner both kids and adults enjoy. It's comforting, flavorful, and will please even the picky eaters at the table. 

Ingredients

Another reason to love this hamburger noodle casserole recipe is that it's made with basic ingredients. You might even have some of them on hand already!

Here's everything you'll need to make the casserole:

• 10 oz. uncooked egg noodles (or ramen noodles)
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

You can use many of these same ingredients to make this cheeseburger casserole. It's another easy ground beef recipe, so you'll want to try making that next.

How To Make Hamburger Noodle Casserole

1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside for later.

2. Cook the noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to the package directions. Then, drain them and set them aside.

3. Cook the beef: While the noodles are cooking, heat a large skillet to medium high heat and fry the onion for 1-2 minutes. Then, crumble the ground beef and add the minced garlic, salt, smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano. Cook beef until it's browned on all sides, then add the tomato sauce and whisk to combine everything.

4. Prepare the noodles: Add the cooked and drained noodles to a bowl along with the sour cream and half of the shredded cheese. Mix these ingreidents together until the noodles are well coated.

5. Assemble the casserole: Spoon half of the noodle mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Top this with the ground beef mixture, then add the remaining noodles and remaining cheese on top of the meat.

6. Bake and serve: Put the casserole in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Serve the beef and noodle casserole warm with a garnish of fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Use softened cream cheese instead of sour cream for a more decadent casserole.
• Experiment with adding ingredients to the casserole, like diced tomatoes, green bell pepper, or frozen peas.
• Use egg noodles for the best texture in your beef noodle casserole.
• Cook the pasta to al dente as it will cook more with the rest of the ingredients in the last step of the recipe.
• For a more simple flavor, swap the spices and seasonings in the recipe for two teaspoons of garlic powder and onion powder.
• Use lean ground beef for a leaner casserole.

How To Store Hamburger Noodle Casserole

In the fridge: Store the leftover cooked hamburger noodle casserole in an airtight container or in the baking dish with a lid on it in the fridge for up to 4 days.

In the freezer: Allow the hamburger noodle casserole to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 4 months.

Reheating: Put the casserole back in a baking dish and warm in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until it's heated through. I like to top it with a little extra sharp cheddar cheese before reheating. Let the frozen casserole thaw in the fridge overnight or add more reheating time.

Can Hamburger Noodle Casserole Be Made In Advance?

Yes! This classic hamburger noodle casserole is a great make-ahead dinner. All you have to do is assemble the casserole in the baking dish and cover it with a lid or plastic wrap. Store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours until you're ready to bake it. You'll want to let the casserole sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes or add more baking time. 

You can also freeze the unbaked casserole to always have an easy dinner on hand. Just assemble the casserole and put a lid on the baking dish or seal it tightly with a few layers of plastic wrap. It will last in the freezer for up to 2 months. 

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• Pork chop potato casserole
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