Description
Looking for the ultimate cozy dinner idea? This *Simple French Onion Beef Casserole* combines tender egg noodles, juicy seasoned ground beef, creamy French onion sauce, and a crispy golden topping for the perfect easy dinner. Whether you’re after comfort food, a quick weeknight meal, or a make-ahead freezer casserole, this dish delivers on flavor and convenience. It’s hearty, satisfying, and one of those easy recipes that becomes a go-to in your dinner rotation. Ideal for anyone searching for easy dinner ideas, family-friendly meals, or classic food ideas with a comforting twist.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed French onion soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
8 oz wide egg noodles
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 1/2 cups crispy French fried onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook for 1 minute less than directed. Drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and brown the ground beef. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain excess fat.
3. Stir in French onion soup, sour cream, and milk. Let it simmer briefly to thicken.
4. In a large bowl, mix cooked noodles with the beef mixture and half of the shredded cheese.
5. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
6. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
7. Remove foil, top with French fried onions, and bake uncovered for 5–10 more minutes until crispy.
8. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
Slightly undercook noodles to prevent sogginess during baking.
For deeper flavor, mix in caramelized onions with the beef.
Add crispy onions only during the last 10 minutes of baking to keep them from burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg