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Sour Cream Noodle Bake Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

A creamy, comforting baked pasta dish featuring layers of tender egg noodles mixed with tangy sour cream and cottage cheese, rich tomato beef sauce, and melted cheddar or mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner or family gathering.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 oz egg noodles, cooked

Beef Sauce

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)

Cheese Mixture

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup cheddar or mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 °F (175 °C) to prepare for baking the noodle casserole.
  2. Cook Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and diced onion until the meat is fully cooked and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in the tomato sauce and simmer for a few minutes to combine flavors.
  3. Mix Noodles and Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles with the sour cream and cottage cheese, ensuring the noodles are well coated and creamy.
  4. Layer the Casserole: In a baking dish, spread half of the noodle mixture evenly on the bottom. Add half of the beef and tomato sauce layer over the noodles, then sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
  5. Repeat Layers: Add the remaining noodles, then the remaining beef sauce, and finally top with the rest of the shredded cheese for a deliciously cheesy finish.
  6. Bake: Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
  7. Serve: Let the noodle bake cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley for added color and freshness.

Notes

  • For a splash of color and freshness, add chopped fresh parsley as a garnish before serving.
  • If you prefer a smoother cheese texture, substitute ricotta cheese in place of cottage cheese.
  • Drain the cooked ground beef well to avoid excess grease in the casserole.
  • This dish reheats well and is great for meal prep.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main / Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarasplate.com/sour-cream-noodle-bake-recipe/