Description
A budget-friendly, hearty casserole layered with pasta, seasoned meat, and creamy tomato sauce—perfect for family dinners and comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
8 oz egg noodles (or other short pasta)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter (for greasing dish)
Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with onion and garlic until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
In a bowl, mix sour cream and cottage cheese. Set aside.
Layer half the cooked noodles in the baking dish. Spread the sour cream/cottage cheese mixture evenly on top.
Add the remaining noodles, then pour the meat sauce over everything.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.
Notes
Swap ground beef for ground turkey or sausage if preferred.
Add cooked spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American