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Cheesy Beef and Noodle Casserole with Crispy French Onions

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Cheesy Beef and Noodle Casserole with Crispy French Onions is a comforting, crowd-pleasing bake made with tender egg noodles, seasoned ground beef, creamy sauce, and melted cheese—topped with golden, crunchy French-fried onions for the perfect finish.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz egg noodles or wide pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of cheddar soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups French-fried onions
  • Optional: 1 cup frozen peas, corn, or diced bell peppers

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook noodles in salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, cook ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until beef is browned. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
  4. Stir in soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Fold in cooked noodles (and optional veggies, if using) until well combined.
  6. Spread mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle French-fried onions and remaining 1/2 cup cheddar on top. Bake 5–10 more minutes until golden and bubbly.
  8. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Swap beef for ground turkey or sausage for variety.
  • Add red pepper flakes or green chilies for heat.
  • Use mozzarella or pepper jack for different cheese flavor.
  • Homemade cream sauce can replace canned soup.
  • Freeze before baking and add onions just before finishing in the oven.

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