My Easy “Poor Man’s Husband Casserole” Recipe (With A Creamy Twist)
This recipe for My Easy “Poor Man’s Husband Casserole” brings comfort food to a new level with a creamy twist.
Equipment
- skillet
- Casserole Dish
Ingredients
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz can tomato sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers like Ritz
- 2 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook egg noodles in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef with diced onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is soft. Drain any grease.
- Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 more minute.
- Add tomato sauce, sour cream, and cream cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy. Simmer on low for 3–5 minutes.
- Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Spread noodles in the bottom of the dish.
- Pour the beef mixture over the noodles and spread evenly.
- Top with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- In a small bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly with a golden topping. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
To make ahead: Assemble the casserole and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10–15 minutes to the bake time. To freeze: Wrap tightly and freeze unbaked. Bake from frozen at 350°F for 45–60 minutes. Add-ins: Try peas, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra veggies. For a spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes or use pepper jack cheese.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 29gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 640mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg
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