Cheesy Beef Noodle Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
Uncooked egg noodles (12 ounces)
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One pound of ground beef
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A single yellow onion, finely diced
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Two garlic cloves, minced
→ Sauce & Seasonings
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Can of tomato sauce (15 ounces)
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Drained can of diced tomatoes (15 ounces)
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A tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
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Two teaspoons of smoked paprika
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Add red pepper flakes to your taste
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Season with salt and pepper to taste
→ Creamy & Cheese Elements
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Eight ounces of sour cream
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Cottage cheese, small curd (8 ounces)
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Half a cup of shredded Parmesan cheese
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Two cups of shredded cheddar cheese
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Fresh parsley for sprinkling on top
# Instructions:
01 -
Bring salted water to a boil, cook noodles until firm to the bite, rinse them in cold water, and coat with oil to keep from sticking.
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Break up the ground beef while cooking in a skillet until browned, then drain off the extra grease.
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Add chopped onion and garlic to the pan with beef. Cook, stirring, for about three minutes until they smell amazing.
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Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, and let simmer for around five minutes until it thickens.
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Toss cooked noodles with sour cream, cottage cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl.
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Start layering in a 9x13 dish: half of the creamy noodle mix, half the cooked beef, and half the shredded cheddar. Do another layer and finish with a cheddar top.
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Put the dish in the oven at 350°F and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melty and bubbling.
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Scatter parsley on top before serving hot, if you like.
# Notes:
01 -
Spice it up with a dash of cayenne or add jalapeños for heat.
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Sprinkle bacon bits over it for an extra savory kick.
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Great option for cooking ahead when family's coming over.
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Leftovers heat up wonderfully without losing flavor.