Creamy Poor Man Husband Casserole Recipe
Creamy Poor Man Husband Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish featuring layers of tender egg noodles, savory ground beef simmered in tomato sauce, and a rich creamy cheese blend. Topped with melted Cheddar cheese and baked to golden perfection, this casserole is an easy, satisfying meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
Pasta
- 8 oz egg noodles
Creamy Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Once cooked, add the minced garlic, salt, sugar, and tomato sauce. Stir well and let the mixture simmer gently for 15 minutes to develop flavors.
- Cook Egg Noodles: Meanwhile, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Sour Cream: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream and cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy without lumps, ensuring an even texture for layering.
- Layer the Casserole: In a baking dish, start by layering half of the cooked egg noodles, followed by half of the cream cheese mixture, and then half of the beef sauce. Repeat these layers with the remaining noodles, cream cheese mixture, and beef sauce to create two complete layers.
- Add Cheddar Topping: Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top layer of the casserole for a deliciously cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown on top.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving hot, allowing the layers to set for easier slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for the creamiest texture.
- Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Adding a pinch of black pepper or Italian seasoning to the beef mixture can enhance the flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For gluten-free option, substitute egg noodles with gluten-free pasta.
Keywords: ground beef casserole, creamy casserole, egg noodle casserole, cheesy casserole, comfort food
