Poor Man's Casserole
Poor Man's Casserole is a comforting layered dish combining seasoned ground beef sauce with creamy egg noodles and melted cheese, designed as an affordable and satisfying weeknight meal.
-0:00
Poor Man's Casserole is a comforting layered dish combining seasoned ground beef sauce with creamy egg noodles and melted cheese, designed as an affordable and satisfying weeknight meal.
Delivery in as fast as one hour.*
Prices vary by store
*Service fees apply. Instacart® and the Instacart logo are registered trademarks of Maplebear Inc. d/b/a Instacart.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks.
Season the beef with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, and Creole seasoning.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
Pour in the can of Italian sauce. Fill the empty can with water, swirl to get any remaining sauce, and add it to the skillet. Stir in a pinch of sugar and let the sauce simmer.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Drain well.
In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and a dash of Creole seasoning. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add the hot, drained egg noodles to the cream cheese mixture and toss gently until the noodles are fully coated.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Assemble the casserole in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Start with a layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
Top with half of the creamy noodle mixture, followed by a layer of shredded cheese.
Add another layer of meat sauce, then the remaining noodle mixture.
Add another layer of shredded cheese, then top with all of the remaining meat sauce, spreading it to the edges.
Finish with a generous layer of the remaining shredded cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
Store covered in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Reheat covered at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until warmed through, or microwave individual portions.
9x13 inch baking dish · Large skillet
Yes, assemble the casserole completely, cover with foil, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10-15 minutes to baking time if baking from cold.
Use Greek yogurt mixed with a bit of mayonnaise for tang, or replace with ricotta cheese for a similar creamy texture.
Yes, any short pasta like penne, rigatoni, or shells works well; avoid long pasta that doesn't layer evenly.
The cheese topping should be golden brown and bubbly at the edges, and the casserole should be heated through (165°F internal temperature).
Yes, double the recipe and use a 9x13 inch baking dish; baking time may increase by 10-15 minutes.
Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf
85 min
Cajun Spaghetti With Creole Meat Sauce
55 min
BBQ Pork Sandwich
35 min
Greek Potato Salad
45 min
Creamy Corn Chowder
45 min
5 Paleo Recipes From Michelle Tam
45 min
Easy Canapés
15 min
Canapes
30 min
