Description
This French Onion Ground Beef Casserole is a comforting and creamy dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. Loaded with savory flavors and topped with crispy fried onions, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups egg noodles, cooked al dente
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup crispy French fried onions, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Caramelize the onions: Add sliced onion and cook for 8–10 minutes until caramelized. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Prepare the sauce: Reduce heat and mix in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Fold in the cooked egg noodles until coated.
- Add cheeses: Stir in half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Bake: Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, followed by half of the crispy fried onions. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes. Top with the remaining fried onions and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier version, add 1/2 cup heavy cream to the sauce.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- Serve with a green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
