My Mother's Casserole Recipe

Name: My Mother's Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 1 (8 ounce) package wide egg noodles; 1 cup cottage cheese; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; ¼ cup sour cream; ⅓ cup chopped green onion; 2 tablespoons chopped bell peppers; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

1
Brown the beef in butter in a large skillet.
2
Stir in the tomato sauce and simmer 5 min.
3
Boil the noodles in salted water for 10 min.
4
Drain noodles.
5
In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, green onions and bell pepper.
6
Butter a 2 quart round,deep casserole dish.
7
Spread 1/2 of the noodles in the casserole dish.
8
Cover with the cheese mix, then cover with rest of the noodles.
9
Pour melted butter over noodles and spread meat sauce on top.
10
Bake at 350 for 30 min.

703

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 tablespoon butter, 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce, 1 (8 ounce) package wide egg noodles, and more.

Yes, My Mother's Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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My Mother's Casserole

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