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Sour Cream Noodle Bake Recipe

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A comforting and hearty Sour Cream Noodle Bake featuring wide egg noodles layered with a savory ground beef marinara sauce, a creamy cottage cheese and sour cream mixture, and topped with a blend of mild cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Perfect for a satisfying family dinner, this casserole combines rich flavors and textures in a simple baked meal.

Ingredients

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Noodles

  • 8 ounces wide egg noodles

Meat Sauce

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ½ cup finely chopped sweet yellow onion
  • ½ tablespoon minced garlic
  • 24 ounce jar of Marinara Sauce (RAO’s brand recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper, divided

Sour Cream Layer

  • 1¼ cup 4% small curd cottage cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions

Cheese Topping

  • 3 cups shredded cheese: 1½ cups shredded mild cheddar cheese and 1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the wide egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Meat Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, chopped sweet yellow onion, and minced garlic until the meat is browned and onions are soft. Drain excess fat. Stir in the marinara sauce, half of the kosher salt, and half of the black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to combine flavors.
  3. Mix the Sour Cream Layer: In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, and sliced green onions. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
  4. Assemble the Casserole: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half of the cooked noodles evenly on the bottom. Spread half of the meat sauce over the noodles. Dollop and spread half of the sour cream mixture on top. Repeat layers with remaining noodles, meat sauce, and sour cream mixture.
  5. Add the Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded mild cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  6. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled casserole for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown on top.
  7. Serve: Let the noodle bake cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Be sure not to overcook the noodles as they will cook further during baking.
  • Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat in the dish.
  • Substitute the Marinara sauce with your favorite tomato pasta sauce if preferred.
  • For a lower-fat option, use low-fat cottage cheese and sour cream.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Keywords: Sour Cream Noodle Bake, baked pasta casserole, egg noodle casserole, ground beef casserole, comfort food

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