Description
Sour Cream Noodle Bake is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender egg noodles with savory ground chuck and a delightful blend of creamy cheeses. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or any occasion when you want to impress your loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, this dish will quickly become a family favorite, pleasing both kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s versatile—simply customize it with your favorite vegetables or cheese options for a personal touch. Serve it hot with crusty bread for a truly comforting meal everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 lb ground chuck
- 1 15-oz can tomato sauce
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/4 cups small curd cottage cheese
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown ground chuck over medium heat. Drain excess fat and stir in tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer.
- Cook egg noodles until al dente according to package instructions; drain.
- In a medium bowl, mix sour cream and cottage cheese; season with black pepper. Combine with noodles and fold in green onions.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the noodle mixture, then half of the meat mixture, followed by half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (about 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg