Cheesy Beef and Noodle Casserole with Crispy French Onions
This Cheesy Beef and Noodle Casserole with Crispy French Onions is the ultimate comfort food. With tender egg noodles, savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, melted cheddar, and a golden crunchy onion topping, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or potlucks.Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s hearty, flavorful, and easy to make, with leftovers that reheat beautifully. This casserole is a classic twist on comfort food that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups crispy French onions
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional:
- 1 cup frozen peas
- diced bell pepper
- mushrooms
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the noodles: Boil egg noodles in salted water until al dente, about 1 minute less than package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Season the beef: Add onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the beef and stir to combine.
- Combine casserole ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked beef, egg noodles, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Stir until well combined.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread evenly and sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake the casserole: Bake for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Add crispy topping: Remove casserole from oven and sprinkle 1 ½ cups crispy French onions evenly over the top. Return to oven for 5–7 minutes until onions are golden brown.
- Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.