Description
This French Onion Beef Casserole is a cozy, family-friendly dinner that combines savory ground beef, tender egg noodles, creamy mushroom soup, rich French onion dip, and a perfect crunchy topping of fried onions. Ready in under an hour, it’s an all-in-one bake that brings comforting flavors and textures with every bite.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 10 ounces dried egg noodles
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauces & Mix-ins
- 2 cans (10.75 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (15 ounce) jar Lay’s French Onion Dip
Topping
- 1/2 cup French’s fried onions
- Freshly chopped parsley, if desired (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Baking Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray to ensure easy cleanup.
- Cook Egg Noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the dried egg noodles and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Once done, drain and set aside.
- Cook Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and drain excess grease.
- Combine and Mix: Add both cans of condensed cream of mushroom soup and the jar of French onion dip to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir everything together until well blended.
- Add Noodles: Gently fold the cooked, drained noodles into the beef and sauce mixture until all noodles are coated and evenly distributed.
- Assemble in Pan: Pour the casserole mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish and spread into an even layer.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle French’s fried onions evenly over the top of the casserole for added crunch and flavor.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and, if desired, top with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated, then baked just before serving.
- Try adding sautéed mushrooms or a handful of shredded cheese for extra flavor.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish is hearty enough to serve on its own, but pairs well with a green salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
