Description
A hearty and comforting Mushroom Beef Casserole that combines tender ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy sauce topped with melted cheese. This dish is perfect for family dinners and brings a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that cater to a comforting meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 4 cups cooked egg noodles
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the onion, garlic, and mushrooms to the skillet and sauté until the onions are translucent and mushrooms are tender.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, shredded cheese, milk, and seasonings. Simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors.
- Mix with Noodles: In a large bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles with the beef and mushroom mixture.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- Vegetarian alternative: Replace the meat with an additional variety of mushrooms or a meat substitute.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg