Simple Ground Beef and Noodle Casserole

1Ingredients

• 1 poundGround Beef (80/20)
• 12 ouncesEgg Noodles
• 1 mediumYellow Onion, chopped
• 2 clovesGarlic, minced
• 15 ouncesCanned Tomato Sauce
• 14.5 ouncesCanned Diced Tomatoes, undrained
• 0.5 cupBeef Broth
• 1 cupShredded Cheddar Cheese
• 1 tablespoonOlive Oil
• 1 teaspoonItalian Seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoonSalt
• 0.3 teaspoonBlack Pepper

2Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 3750F (1900C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

   ⏱ 5 min
2. 2

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.

   ⏱ 10 min
3. 3

   While the noodles cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

   ⏱ 8 min
4. 4

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant. Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (undrained), beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

   ⏱ 6 min
5. 5

   Add the drained egg noodles to the skillet with the beef and sauce mixture. Stir gently until the noodles are evenly coated.

   ⏱ 2 min
6. 6

   Transfer the entire mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

   ⏱ 2 min
7. 7

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly around the edges and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.

   ⏱ 25 min
8. 8

   Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

   ⏱ 5 min