Description
A comforting French Onion Beef Casserole packed with caramelized onions, creamy dip, ground smoked beef, and tender egg noodles, baked with melted cheese for a hearty family dinner. This easy, oven‑baked casserole is perfect for weeknight meals, offers rich savory flavor, and can be customized with herbs or extra vegetables for added depth. Ideal for feeding a crowd, it delivers classic French comfort in a simple casserole format, making it a go‑to recipe for busy households.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground smoked beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup onion dip
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Gruyère)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; sauté diced onion until translucent and lightly caramelized.
- Add ground smoked beef; cook until browned, draining excess fat if needed.
- Stir in onion dip and beef broth; simmer briefly to combine flavors.
- Cook egg noodles until just under al dente; drain.
- In a baking dish, layer noodles, then beef mixture; top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25‑30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor
- add a pinch of thyme or a splash of grape juice to the sauce. Use a mix of cheeses for a richer taste. Leftovers reheat well in the oven covered with foil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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