Egg Noodle Bake

A Cozy, Traditional Comfort Dish

Egg Noodle Bake

Ingredients

• 8 ounces wide egg noodles

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 ¼ pounds lean ground beef

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon oregano

• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce

• 1 cup cottage cheese

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 cup chopped green onions

• 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Cook egg noodles in boiling salted water according to package directions. Drain, toss with butter, and set aside.

2. Preheat oven to 350°F.

3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. Add salt, oregano, black pepper, garlic powder, and tomato sauce. Simmer for about 5 minutes.

4. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, green onions, meat sauce, and cooked noodles. Mix well.

5. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and sprinkle evenly with shredded Cheddar cheese.

6. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Helpful Tips & Variations

• Make it ahead: Assemble the casserole earlier in the day and bake just before dinner

• Extra cheesy: Add a second layer of cheese in the middle of the casserole

• Swap the protein: Ground turkey works well as a lighter option

• Add veggies: Stir in peas, spinach, or diced bell peppers for extra color and nutrition

  
  

This Egg Noodle Bake is simple, satisfying, and deeply comforting—the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your dinner rotation. Serve it with a green salad or garlic bread, and enjoy a meal that feels like a warm hug from the oven.