Cheesy Beef Casserole Recipe

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Field editor Ardyce Piehl of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin notes, "This hearty casserole tastes like lasagna and makes a satisfying meal when served with a green salad and crusty garlic bread."

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Cheesy Beef Casserole Recipe

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 30 min.

Yield: 6 Servings

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Ingredients

4 cups uncooked medium egg noodles
1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (8 ounces) 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
Additional Parmesan cheese, optional

Directions

Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, onions and green pepper. Drain noodles; place half in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the meat and cheese mixtures. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 468 calories, 27 g fat (14 g saturated fat), 129 mg cholesterol, 783 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 30 g protein.

Originally published as Cheesy Beef Casserole in Taste of Home June/July 2000, p18

Chopping Onions

I’ve found that the best way to chop onions with no tears is to place the cutting board on top of the stove and turn the vent fan on high. —Gloria D., Courtenay, British Columbia