Sour Cream Beef Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound of ground beef, low in fat
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1/2 chopped yellow onion
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2 minced garlic cloves
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Two 15-ounce cans of tomato sauce
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1 teaspoon of Italian herbs
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8 ounces of egg noodles
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1 cup of tangy sour cream
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1 cup of creamy cottage cheese
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1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
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Kosher salt and black pepper to season as you like
# Instructions:
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Start by heating your oven to 350°F. Coat a 9x13-inch dish lightly with a bit of nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
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On medium-high heat, warm up your skillet. Combine the ground beef and onion, cooking until the beef browns and the onion softens (around 10 minutes). Stir in the minced garlic in the final minute so its fragrance comes through.
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Pour in the tomato sauce and add the Italian seasoning to your beef mixture. Let everything gently bubble on the stovetop for 5 minutes, giving it a stir now and then. Adjust with salt and pepper for taste and set aside when perfect.
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While the sauce is bubbling nicely, cook the egg noodles in boiling water with a good pinch of salt. Aim for a tender but firm texture. Once done, drain thoroughly and leave them for later.
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Grab a big mixing bowl and stir together the sour cream and cottage cheese until smooth. Toss in your cooked noodles and season lightly, making sure they’re coated evenly.
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In your prepared dish, lay down half those creamy noodles. Spread half the saucy meat mixture on top. Then do another layer just like it, finishing with meat sauce at the very top.
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Sprinkle the grated cheddar evenly over everything. Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes. You’re looking for bubbly edges and perfectly melted, golden-topped cheese.
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Let it sit on the counter for 10 minutes so everything settles nicely. Slice it up and serve this warm, cheesy delight to your friends or family.
# Notes:
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If you're avoiding gluten, swap out the egg noodles for a gluten-free variety like penne or rotini.
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Double-check labels on your tomato sauce and seasonings to ensure they're gluten-free. Some might have traces of gluten.