Beef and Noodle Casserole

This Beef and Noodle Casserole combines tender ground beef with egg noodles and a rich, savory sauce, all baked to perfection. It's a comforting and satisfying dish that brings warmth to any dinner table.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 200 grams
• Egg noodles - 100 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Beef broth - 240 ml
• Soy sauce - 15 ml
• Worcestershire sauce - 10 ml
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Shredded mozzarella cheese - 100 grams
• Parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
4. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
5. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles and the beef mixture. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
7. Transfer the mixture into a greased 1.5-liter casserole dish. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Good source of protein from the beef and cheese.
• Provides essential carbohydrates for energy from the egg noodles.

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