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Delicious ground beef noodle casserole with melted cheese on top

Easy Ground Beef Noodle Casserole with Cheese

A comforting and hearty casserole that combines ground beef, savory spices, and gooey cheddar cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 500 g ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (120 g, diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (6 g, minced)
  • 250 g egg noodles
  • 400 ml tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp salt (5 g)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (1 g)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano (1 g)
  • 200 g shredded cheddar cheese
  • 100 ml water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook egg noodles in salted boiling water for 7–8 minutes, then drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté diced onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring often.
  4. Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned (about 6–8 minutes).
  5. Stir in the tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and oregano. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Mix the beef sauce with the drained noodles until well combined.
  7. Transfer everything to a baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake at 180°C for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding some chopped bell peppers or mushrooms when sautéing the onions. You can use whole wheat egg noodles for a healthier option. Feel free to mix in other cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for a different taste. If you prefer a spicier casserole, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.