Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 cup

egg noodles

uncooked

1 pound

ground beef

raw

0.5 cup

onions

chopped

1 package

cream cheese

softened

1 cup

evaporated milk

1 can

tomato sauce

1 package

spaghetti sauce mix

0.5 tsp

garlic salt

1 cup

mozzarella cheese

shredded

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Boil egg noodles until tender; drain well.

Step 3
~4 min

In a skillet, cook ground beef and chopped onions until the beef is browned.

Step 4
~4 min

Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 5
~4 min

Stir in tomato sauce and spaghetti sauce mix into the beef mixture.

Step 6
~4 min

Simmer until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

In a separate saucepan, combine cream cheese and evaporated milk.

Step 8
~4 min

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir the cooked noodles and garlic salt into the cream cheese mixture.

Step 10
~4 min

Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

Pour the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~4 min

Spread the meat sauce mixture evenly over the noodles.

Step 13
~4 min

Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 14
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use Italian sausage instead of ground beef.

Add a layer of ricotta cheese for extra creaminess.

Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caesar Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Americanized version of Italian lasagna, a popular family meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family Gatherings
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Potluck
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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