Classic Company Casserole
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Easy
Description:
This beloved family recipe for Classic Company Casserole brings back memories of cozy Sunday dinners at Grandma’s. It’s a hearty dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your home too!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 630.3
- Fat: 37.1g
- Saturated Fat: 18.6g
- Cholesterol: 156.2mg
- Sodium: 1149.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 37.1g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4.8g
- Protein: 37g
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 1/2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp margarine
- 1 tsp salt
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 6 oz shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
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Prepare Noodles: Cook noodles in salted water according to package instructions. Drain well.
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Saute Bell Pepper: In a skillet, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Add diced green bell pepper and sauté until tender.
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Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet with the bell pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until it loses its pink color and is fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
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Season and Simmer: Stir in salt, pepper, garlic salt (if using), and tomato sauce. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
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Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions. Add the cooked and drained noodles. Gently mix until well combined.
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Assemble Casserole: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a 2-quart casserole dish, layer half of the noodle mixture followed by half of the meat mixture. Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of meat mixture on top.
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Bake: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top layer. Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
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Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this comforting Classic Company Casserole with your loved ones!
This Classic Company Casserole recipe is perfect for gatherings and comforting family meals. It’s easy to prepare and always a hit at the table, just like Grandma used to make!
