Beef With Carrots Casserole Recipe

This hearty Beef and Carrot Casserole recipe is a true family favorite! Discovered tucked away in a box of vintage recipes, this dish is rich in flavor and guaranteed to have everyone asking for seconds. While you can use reduced-fat ingredients, we recommend full-fat dairy for the best taste – it's worth it! This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or prepare ahead and freeze for a future effortless dinner. Get ready for a taste of Kansas comfort food!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 334.4 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef With Carrots Casserole

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How to Make Beef With Carrots Casserole

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef and brown, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, partially covered.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup sour cream, 1 cup cottage cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 2 cups shredded carrots.
  6. Cook 1 pound egg noodles according to package directions. Drain.
  7. Add the creamy carrot mixture and 1 cup sliced mushrooms to the cooked egg noodles; stir gently to combine.
  8. In a 3-quart casserole dish, layer the meat mixture and the noodle mixture alternately, starting and ending with the noodles.
  9. Top with 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
  10. Bake, uncovered, in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through. If baking from frozen, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 1 hour.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

34g

Carbs

9g