Description
This Amish Country Casserole is a hearty homestyle beef and noodle bake that combines tender egg noodles, savory ground beef, and rich creamy soups for a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners, it’s baked to perfection and topped with melted Parmesan cheese, offering a deliciously warm and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz medium egg noodles
Meat
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 1 can (10.75 oz) tomato soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp dried onion flakes
Topping
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.
- Cook Noodles: Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Brown Ground Beef: In a large skillet, brown and crumble the ground beef over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then drain any excess grease.
- Mix Sauces: In a large bowl, combine tomato soup, cream of mushroom soup, milk, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and dried onion flakes, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the cooked egg noodles and browned ground beef into the sauce mixture, ensuring everything is evenly combined. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake Casserole: Bake the casserole uncovered for 25-30 minutes. Remove from the oven, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top, and return to the oven for a few minutes until the cheese melts.
- Serve Warm: Serve the casserole warm, ideally accompanied by garlic bread and a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the ground beef well to avoid excess grease in the casserole.
- You can substitute the dried onion flakes with fresh finely chopped onions, sautéed before adding ground beef.
- To make this dish quicker, use pre-cooked or leftover beef if available.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add 5-10 extra minutes to the bake time if baking cold.
- For a cheesier variation, add shredded mozzarella or cheddar to the topping mix along with Parmesan.
