Sour Cream Beef Noodle Casserole : Creamy, Cheesy & Family-Friendly Comfort
This sour cream beef noodle casserole is comfort food at its best — creamy, cheesy, and hearty enough to win over the whole family. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, it combines tender noodles, savory ground beef, and a tangy sour cream sauce baked to golden perfection. Bonus: it’s freezer-friendly and picky-eater approved.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
2 cups egg noodles (uncooked)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
1 small onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Add ground beef, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned. Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
In a bowl, combine sour cream and cottage cheese. Stir in cooked noodles.
Layer the noodle mixture in the casserole dish, then top with the beef mixture. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 25g