Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
12 ounce

lean ground beef

4 ounce

mild Italian sausage

2 tbsp

olive oil

1.25 cup

chopped onions

chopped

8 ounce

egg noodles

4 ounce

processed cheese

cubed

16 ounce

tomatoes

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

4 ounce

mushroom pieces

drained

0.5 cup

breadcrumbs

Step 1
~17 min

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2
~17 min

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~17 min

Add ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet and brown, breaking the meat apart with a spoon.

Step 4
~17 min

Remove the meat mixture from the skillet using a slotted spoon, leaving the pan juices in the skillet.

Step 5
~17 min

Add chopped onions to the skillet and sauté in the remaining pan juices until softened.

Step 6
~17 min

Drain the sautéed onions and add them to the browned meat mixture.

Step 7
~17 min

Cook egg noodles according to package directions until al dente (about 5 minutes in slightly salted water).

Step 8
~17 min

Drain the cooked noodles and transfer them to a large baking dish or casserole dish.

Step 9
~17 min

Stir in the meat and onion mixture, tomatoes, salt, pepper, processed cheese, and drained mushroom pieces into the noodles.

Step 10
~17 min

Do not include the bread crumbs at this stage.

Step 11
~17 min

Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 12
~17 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until bubbly and heated through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the sauce.

Use a blend of different cheeses for a more complex flavor profile.

Add a layer of ricotta cheese between the noodles and meat for extra creaminess.

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.

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Americanized Italian comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Potluck
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100

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