This Poor Man\u2019s Husband Casserole is comfort food at its finest\u2014hearty, cheesy, and budget-friendly. Layers of tender noodles, creamy filling, savory beef, and gooey melted cheddar come together in one cozy bake. It\u2019s a family favorite that\u2019s perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients
8 ounces egg noodles, cooked according to package directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 \u00bd pounds ground beef<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 cans (30 ounces total) tomato sauce<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8 ounces cream cheese, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8 ounces sour cream<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 teaspoons garlic, minced<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc teaspoon black pepper<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 \u00bd cups cheddar cheese, shredded<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instructions
Cook the beef:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prepare the creamy layer:
In a medium bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Layer the casserole:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spread half of the cooked egg noodles in a greased 9\u00d713-inch baking dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the noodles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pour half of the beef mixture on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Repeat layers with remaining noodles, cream cheese mixture, and beef sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Top with cheese:
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bake:
Cover with foil and bake at 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C) for 25\u201330 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 5\u201310 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Serve:
Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Enjoy warm<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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