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Easy Ground Beef Curly Noodle Bake

This easy ground beef curly noodle bake is the kind of cozy dinner everyone loves. Tender noodles, savory beef, and creamy sauce come together under a golden layer of melted cheese for a warm, comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz curly egg noodles
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the curly egg noodles for 6 to 8 minutes until just tender, then drain.
  3. While the noodles cook, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned. Drain excess grease.
  4. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the tomato sauce, cream of mushroom soup, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors.
  6. Fold the cooked noodles into the beef mixture until evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

To save time, use pre-chopped onions or cook the beef ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to assemble. You can also substitute mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese for a different flavor profile. Add frozen peas or corn for extra texture and color.