Beef Noodle Casserole Recipe

How to Make Beef Noodle Casserole

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the seasoning mix ingredients: 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp dried basil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Set aside 1/4 cup + 1 1/4 tsp for later.
3. Cook 1 lb noodles al dente according to package directions. Rinse under hot water, then cold water, and drain.
4. Lightly coat the noodles with 1 tsp olive oil.
5. Sprinkle 2 tsp of the seasoning mix over the noodles and toss to coat.
6. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground sirloin with 1 tbsp + 1 tsp of the seasoning mix. Gently mix with your hands.
7. In a separate bowl, combine 4 oz cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp beef broth, 2 green onions (chopped), and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Mix well.
8. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over high heat for 4 minutes. Add 1 cup chopped onion, 1 cup chopped celery, 2 cloves minced garlic, and the remaining seasoning mix.
9. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are golden brown and slightly caramelized (7-8 minutes).
10. Add 1/2 cup beef broth, scrape the bottom of the skillet, and cook until a crust forms (3 minutes).
11. Add another 1/2 cup beef broth, scrape the crust, and cook for 2 minutes.
12. Add the seasoned ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until most of the liquid has evaporated (7-9 minutes).
13. Add 2 tbsp butter and cook for 3-5 minutes without stirring to form a crust.
14. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, scrape the bottom of the skillet, and cook for 3-4 minutes.
15. Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups beef broth and bring to a boil.
16. Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream mixture until smooth.
17. Spread half of the seasoned noodles in the bottom of a deep 10-inch square casserole dish.
18. Pour about 3 cups of the meat mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
19. Add the remaining noodles, top with the remaining meat mixture, and sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
20. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
21. Serve hot and enjoy!