Description

Poor Man’s Husband Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish featuring seasoned ground beef layered over creamy egg noodles, baked with a topping of melted cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make casserole combines simple pantry staples like taco seasoning, sour cream, and cream of mushroom soup, coming together quickly for a satisfying family meal.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped

Seasonings and Mixes

1 packet taco seasoning mix
Salt and pepper to taste

Other Ingredients

8 oz egg noodles, cooked and drained
1 cup sour cream
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare for assembling the casserole.
Cook beef and onion: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Drain off any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
Add seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning mix into the beef and onion mixture. Follow the packet instructions to thicken the mixture, ensuring the beef is well seasoned.
Prepare noodle mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked and drained egg noodles with the sour cream and cream of mushroom soup. Mix well until the noodles are thoroughly coated in the creamy mixture.
Assemble casserole: Spread the creamy noodle mixture evenly in the greased baking dish. Then layer the seasoned ground beef mixture on top of the noodles.
Add cheese layer: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the beef layer to create a cheesy crust.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
Rest and serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes after baking to let it set, then serve warm for a comforting meal.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Feel free to add chopped bell peppers or jalapeños to the beef mixture for extra flavor and heat.
For a creamier texture, add an extra half cup of sour cream.
This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just increase baking time by a few minutes if baking straight from the fridge.
Use gluten-free egg noodles to make this recipe gluten-free.