Description
This French Onion Ground Beef Casserole combines tender egg noodles with a savory mixture of ground beef, caramelized onions, creamy sour cream, and mushroom soup, all topped with cheddar cheese and crispy French fried onions for a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 10 ounces egg noodles, boiled until al dente and drained
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
Seasonings and Mix-ins
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 ounce Lipton Recipe Secrets Onion Soup Mix (one pouch)
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 21 ounces Cream of Mushroom Soup (2 cans, Healthy Request or similar) - can substitute with Cream of Celery Soup
Toppings
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup French's Fried Onions
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a casserole dish thoroughly with nonstick spray to prevent sticking during baking.
- Cook Egg Noodles: Fill a large stock pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook for about 8 minutes until al dente. Drain the noodles carefully once done.
- Brown Ground Beef and Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced yellow onion. Cook until the beef is fully browned and the onions are softened, stirring occasionally. Season the mixture with ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Drain off any excess grease to reduce fat content.
- Add Creamy Ingredients and Soup Mix: To the browned beef and onions, add the sour cream, Lipton Onion Soup Mix, and the cans of cream of mushroom soup. Stir everything together thoroughly until evenly combined and creamy.
- Combine Noodles and Beef Mixture: Place the drained egg noodles into the prepared casserole dish. Pour the creamy ground beef and soup mixture evenly over the noodles. Toss gently to combine the layers well.
- Add Cheese and French Fried Onions: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the casserole. Then, sprinkle the ½ cup of French's Fried Onions over the cheese layer for a crunchy topping.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the fried onions are golden.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful French Onion Ground Beef Casserole warm for best taste.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery soup for a slightly different flavor.
- Using lean ground beef reduces excess grease and fat content.
- If preferred, caramelize the onions separately before adding to deepen the onion flavor.
- French fried onions add a delightful crunch; you can add more or less based on your preference.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For a lower-fat version, consider using reduced-fat sour cream and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American