A Man’s Casserole
Hearty, savory, and filled with layers of flavor, this classic casserole is the kind of comfort food that keeps everyone coming back for seconds. With tender noodles, seasoned beef, onions, and a creamy sauce all topped with sharp cheddar and eggs, it’s the perfect dish for potlucks or Sunday dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 cups medium noodles about 1/2 lb
- 3 or 4 medium onions chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 lbs ground chuck
- 1 tbsp salad or olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 can condensed cream of celery soup undiluted
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese grated
- 3 eggs beaten
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook noodles according to package instructions until barely tender. Drain and rinse.
- In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté onions until tender. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add oil to the skillet, then cook ground chuck with salt, pepper, and thyme until meat loses its pink color, about 10 minutes. Stir in the sautéed onions.
- Arrange 1/3 of the noodles in a 3-quart casserole dish, then layer with half the meat mixture and half the soup mixed with evaporated milk. Repeat layers and finish with remaining noodles.
- Chill the casserole until ready to bake.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F. Top casserole with grated cheddar cheese and pour beaten eggs over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 1 hour, or until hot, bubbly, and the top is golden and crisp.
Notes
This casserole can be assembled a day ahead and stored in the fridge until baking time. Serve with a green salad or buttery peas for a full meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal
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