Frugal Spouse Casserole
In search of a satisfying casserole that won’t dent your wallet? Look no further than the Frugal Spouse Casserole. Aptly named for its economical ingredients, this dish is a testament to simplicity and flavor. Easily adaptable to your preferences, it’s guaranteed to win over even the most discerning palates.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ lbs. Ground beef
- 2 cans (15 oz. each) tomato sauce
- 8 oz. Cream cheese
- 8 oz. Sour cream
- 8 oz. Egg noodles
- 1 ½ cups Cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp. Minced garlic
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp. Sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the skillet, sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and sugar, season with salt and pepper, and continue to sauté for 3-5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine sour cream and cream cheese.
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain thoroughly.
- Grease a 9×13 baking dish and layer half of the cooked egg noodles evenly on the bottom.
- Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the meat mixture.
- Repeat the noodle, cream cheese, and meat layers.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Enjoy this hearty and budget-friendly meal with your loved ones!