Creamy Beef Noodle Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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Uncooked egg noodles (12 ounces)
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One pound of ground beef
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Finely chopped yellow onion (1)
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Two minced garlic cloves
→ Sauce & Seasonings
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15 ounces of tomato sauce
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One can of diced tomatoes, drained (15 ounces)
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Worcestershire sauce (1 tbsp)
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2 teaspoons smoked paprika
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Season with red pepper flakes as preferred
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Add salt and pepper to your liking
→ Creamy & Cheese Elements
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8 ounces of sour cream
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Small curd cottage cheese (8 ounces)
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Half a cup of shredded Parmesan
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2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese
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Fresh parsley to top it off
# Instructions:
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Bring salted water to a boil, toss in the egg noodles, and cook until just tender. Rinse under cool water and toss lightly with olive oil so they don't stick.
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Start by browning the ground beef in a pan, crumble it up while cooking, and drain any grease when done.
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Stir in the onion and garlic with the beef. Cook for a couple of minutes until you really smell the garlic.
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Mix in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and some salt and pepper. Let it cook down for about 5 minutes until it thickens up.
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Toss together sour cream, cottage cheese, Parmesan, and your cooked noodles in a big bowl.
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Take a 9x13 dish and layer half the noodle mix, then half the meat sauce, and finish with a bit of cheddar. Do another round of noodles, sauce, and end with a big top layer of cheddar.
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Pop the dish into a 350°F oven and bake without covering it for 25 to 30 minutes. You're looking for bubbling, gooey cheese.
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Sprinkle with fresh parsley if that's your thing, and grab a plate while it's still warm.
# Notes:
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Add a kick with some jalapeños or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper
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Toss in some bacon pieces for a smoky edge
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Great to make ahead for family gatherings
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Heats back up nicely for quick leftovers