Description
Hearty Amish hamburger casserole combines creamy sour cream noodles with savory ground beef in a comforting Midwestern classic. Cheese-topped layers and rich flavors make this dish a satisfying meal for families craving home-style cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 8 ounces (226 grams) wide egg noodles
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces or 411 grams) diced tomatoes, drained
- 3/4 cup condensed tomato soup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and generously coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook egg noodles in generously salted boiling water for 5-6 minutes until just tender, then drain and set aside.
- Whisk together softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and melted butter until smooth and well combined.
- In a large skillet, sauté ground beef with diced onions and bell peppers over medium-high heat until meat is completely browned and vegetables are translucent.
- Drain excess fat from the meat mixture, then stir in diced tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup, and Worcestershire sauce, simmering for 3-4 minutes.
- Create first layer in baking dish with half of the cooked noodles, spread evenly with half of the cheese mixture, then top with half of the meat sauce.
- Repeat layering process with remaining noodles, cheese mixture, and meat sauce, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top layer to create a golden, melted finish.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until casserole is bubbling and cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Let casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set and cool slightly.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking noodles to prevent mushy texture, drain when slightly firm for best casserole consistency.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for lighter, diet-friendly version that maintains hearty flavor.
- Use low-fat dairy options like reduced-fat cream cheese and cottage cheese to create a healthier yet creamy casserole without sacrificing taste.
- Allow casserole to rest 10-15 minutes after baking, helping layers set and making serving easier with cleaner, more defined portions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 523
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 93 mg