Beef-Noodle Casserole

Name: Beef-Noodle Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.5 tablespoon olive oil; 0.5 pound ground beef (80/20 lean); 0.5 yellow onion (medium, chopped); 1 clove garlic (minced); 0.5 green bell pepper (medium, chopped); 0.5 cup tomato sauce; 0.5 cup beef broth; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 4 ounce egg noodles; 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 2 carrots (medium, peeled and sliced into rounds)

A classic American comfort food, this casserole features savory ground beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce, layered with tender egg noodles and melted cheddar cheese, served with roasted carrots.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Total: 50 min
Servings: 2
Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $4.33/serving

Dietary

Nut-Free
Soy-Free
High-Protein

Ingredients

0.5 tablespoon olive oil
0.5 pound ground beef (80/20 lean)
0.5 yellow onion (medium, chopped)
1 clove garlic (minced)
0.5 green bell pepper (medium, chopped)
0.5 cup tomato sauce
0.5 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
4 ounce egg noodles
0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 carrots (medium, peeled and sliced into rounds)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss the sliced carrots with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
While carrots roast, heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
Add chopped yellow onion, minced garlic, and chopped green bell pepper to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until vegetables are softened.
Stir in tomato sauce, beef broth, dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook the wide egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
Combine the cooked noodles with the beef mixture in an oven-safe casserole dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve one portion of the casserole with roasted carrots.
Portion the remaining casserole and roasted carrots into a container for Friday's meal.

Notes

This casserole reheats beautifully. Store individual portions in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 720
Protein: 37.6 g
Carbohydrates: 60.5 g
Fat: 38.1 g
Fiber: 6.2 g
Sodium: 1369 mg
Saturated Fat: 16.6 g
Sugar: 11.5 g
Cholesterol: 181 mg