Grandma's Three Cheese Casserole Recipe

Name: Grandma's Three Cheese Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Beef Stew Meat; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; Black Pepper; Canola Oil; Garlic Clove; 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce; Tomato Soup; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup chili sauce; 1 tablespoon sugar; Ground Oregano; Medium Egg Noodles; 8 ounces cream cheese (softened); Small Curd Cottage Cheese; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; Sliced Water Chestnuts; 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

A treasured family recipe passed down through generations! This unique three-cheese casserole boasts a surprising blend of flavors – savory meat, creamy cheeses, and unexpected additions like water chestnuts – that will tantalize your taste buds. Don't let the unusual ingredient combination fool you; this comforting dish is guaranteed to become a new family favorite. Serve alongside your favorite steamed vegetables and crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 90 mins

Calories 823 kcal

Protein 76g

Rating 3.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grandma's Three Cheese Casserole

Beef Stew Meat
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
Black Pepper
Canola Oil
Garlic Clove
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
Tomato Soup
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup chili sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
Ground Oregano
Medium Egg Noodles
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
Small Curd Cottage Cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 cup sliced mushrooms
Sliced Water Chestnuts
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

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How to Make Grandma's Three Cheese Casserole

In a large zip-top bag, combine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Add 1 lb ground beef (or turkey) to the bag; seal and shake well to coat the meat evenly.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and just begins to smoke.
Carefully add the meat to the hot skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed tomato soup, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
Reduce heat to low, simmer for 10 minutes, or until the meat is tender.
Meanwhile, cook 1 (16-ounce) package egg noodles according to package directions. Drain well.
In a large bowl, combine the meat mixture and cooked noodles with 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1 cup sour cream, and 1 (15-ounce) container cottage cheese.
Gently stir in 1 cup sliced mushrooms and 1 (8-ounce) can water chestnuts, drained.
Pour the mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish. Top with 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 60-75 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.