Beef and Vegetable Bake Noodle

Beef and Vegetable Bake Noodle is a comforting, savory dish that combines tender beef and an array of colorful vegetables baked with noodles in a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for a midnight craving, this Halal meal is both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

• Beef mince - 250 grams
• Egg noodles - 200 grams
• Mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green) - 1 cup, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Beef broth - 250 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Grated mozzarella cheese - 100 grams
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the beef mince to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.
5. Stir in the diced bell peppers, carrot, and zucchini, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Pour in the beef broth and soy sauce, then season with black pepper, salt, and dried oregano. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
7. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the beef and vegetable mixture, mixing well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
8. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the grated mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from beef and cheese, which supports muscle growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables used.

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