Here’s a delicious recipe for Savory Mushroom Beef Casserole:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 ounces egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add the sliced mushrooms, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the beef and mushroom mixture, and stir to combine.
- Slowly pour in the beef broth, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the sour cream until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles and the beef and mushroom mixture until evenly mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Enjoy this savory and comforting Mushroom Beef Casserole as a delicious family meal!