Poor Man’s Husband Casserole Recipe

This hearty, budget-friendly casserole is packed with layers of beefy goodness, pasta, and a creamy tomato sauce, making it a comforting and satisfying meal the whole family will love!

Ingredients

(Serves 6):

• 8 oz egg noodles (or any pasta you prefer)

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

 

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.

2. Cook the Pasta:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package

instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. Cook the Beef Mixture:

• In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

• Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Make the Creamy Layer:

• In a small bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream until well combined.

5. Assemble the Casserole:

• Spread half of the cooked noodles in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

• Layer half of the beef mixture on top of the noodles.

• Spread half of the creamy soup mixture over the beef.

• Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, beef mixture, and creamy soup mixture.

• Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly on top.

6. Bake:

• Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Serve:

• Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Pair it with a simple salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

This dish is comforting, simple, and a real hit for dinner. Would you try adding extra veggies or keep it classic?