Sour Cream And Ground Beef Layered Casserole Recipe

This family-favorite layered casserole is a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights! Creamy sour cream, savory ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese combine for a delicious dish that's easy to customize. Feel free to adjust spice levels with cayenne pepper for an extra kick. Get ready for a taste sensation that will become a new family classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 551.4 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 4.3 (69 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sour Cream And Ground Beef Layered Casserole

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How to Make Sour Cream And Ground Beef Layered Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium heat with 1/2 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Drain excess grease.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Add 1 (24 ounce) jar tomato sauce and 2 tablespoons brown sugar.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  8. In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened) and 1 cup sour cream until smooth.
  9. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped green onions.
  10. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the ground beef.
  11. Top with 8 ounces cooked egg noodles.
  12. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the noodles.
  13. Sprinkle with a dash of paprika.
  14. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

99g

Carbs

5g

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