Weeknight • Beef
Comforting Cheesy Beef & Noodle Skillet
A supremely cozy one-pan dinner featuring ground beef, egg noodles, and a rich tomato-cheese sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Weeknight
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When comfort food calls, this Cheesy Beef & Noodle Skillet answers! It's everything you love about a hearty, cheesy casserole but made in one skillet for minimal cleanup and maximum deliciousness. Your family will be asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups egg noodles (uncooked)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella/Monterey Jack)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Preparation
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
Step 2
Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 4
Add uncooked egg noodles to the skillet, stirring to submerge them in the liquid. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until noodles are tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 5
Remove from heat. Stir in sour cream until well combined. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover for 2-3 minutes to allow cheese to melt, or place under a broiler for a minute or two until bubbly (watch carefully!).
Step 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, use a mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash more beef broth or water.
- This dish reheats well, making it great for meal prep leftovers.
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