Cheesy Ground Beef Stroganoff Pasta Casserole 🍝🧀🍖
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins
Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
-
1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey)
-
1 onion, diced
-
2 cloves garlic, minced
-
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or homemade substitute*)
-
1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for tang)
-
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
-
1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
-
½ tsp black pepper
-
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
-
8 oz (225g) egg noodles or pasta of choice, cooked al dente
-
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack)
-
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
-
2 tbsp butter, melted
-
½ cup panko breadcrumbs (for crunch)
-
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Optional Add-Ins:
-
Sautéed mushrooms
-
Peas or spinach
-
Dash of hot sauce
Instructions
1. Cook the Beef & Aromatics:
-
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
-
In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
-
Add onion and garlic; sauté until soft (~5 mins).
2. Make the Stroganoff Sauce:
-
Stir in mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer 2–3 mins.
3. Combine with Pasta:
-
Fold in cooked noodles until evenly coated. Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
-
Top with cheddar and Parmesan cheeses.
4. Add the Crunchy Topping:
-
Mix melted butter with panko; sprinkle over the cheese layer.
5. Bake & Serve:
-
Bake 20–25 mins until bubbly and golden.
-
Garnish with parsley and let rest 5 mins before serving.
Tips & Variations
-
Homemade Soup Sub: Sauté 8oz mushrooms + 2 tbsp flour + 1 cup broth + ½ cup cream.
-
Lighter Version: Use ground turkey, low-fat sour cream, and skip the breadcrumbs.
-
Meal Prep: Assemble ahead and refrigerate (add 10 mins baking time).
Pair with: A crisp green salad or roasted veggies!
This casserole is creamy, cheesy, and nostalgic—comfort food at its finest! Want to make it spicier or add bacon? 😊