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Cheesy Ranch Ground Beef Casserole


  • Author: emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A comforting casserole combining ground beef, egg noodles, creamy mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 8 ounces egg noodles
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, draining any excess fat.
  4. Stir in the ranch dressing mix, cream of mushroom soup, and milk until well combined.
  5. Incorporate the cooked egg noodles and half of the cheddar cheese, mixing until combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, topping with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese bubbles and turns golden.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider sautéing the ground beef until it has a deep brown color. Experiment with adding vegetables like peas or diced bell peppers for a nutritional boost.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: casserole, ground beef, comfort food, easy meals, family recipes