This Divine Casserole is the epitome of comfort food. With layers of tender meat, flavorful vegetables, and a creamy sauce, this casserole is perfect for a cozy family dinner or potluck. The dish is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. The satisfying combination of flavors and textures will leave you wanting more. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this divine culinary experience!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package (16 ounces) egg noodles
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add diced carrots and celery to the skillet. Cook for a few minutes until slightly tender.
- Stir in the frozen peas, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until heated through and well combined.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the cooked egg noodles. Spoon half of the meat and vegetable mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, meat and vegetable mixture, and cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with bread crumbs. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the bread crumbs turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve this divine casserole warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Casseroles gained popularity in America during the Great Depression when families needed budget-friendly and filling meals.
The combination of meat, vegetables, and a creamy sauce is a classic casserole base that can be adapted with various ingredients.
The word 'divine' in the recipe name emphasizes the heavenly flavors and satisfaction you'll experience while enjoying this dish.