Description
A cozy, cheesy delight that combines the best elements of French onion soup and classic beef noodle bake. Perfect comfort food for quick dinners!
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup cooked egg noodles
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 can (10.5 ounce) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup crispy fried onions, for topping
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms, optional
- 1/2 cup cooked crumbled bacon, optional
- 1/4 cup red wine, optional, for deglazing
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch baking dish.
- 2. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat and add onions (and mushrooms if using). Cook until soft and golden, about 8-10 minutes. Deglaze with red wine if desired.
- 3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until no longer pink. Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- 4. In a large bowl, combine cooked egg noodles, beef mixture, beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and shredded cheese. Mix well and transfer to the baking dish.
- 5. Top with crispy fried onions and crumbled bacon if using. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- 6. Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy hot!