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French Onion Beef Casserole

BakedBeefCasseroleCreamyDiner-StyleDinnerFallHeartyKid-FriendlyLow-CostPastaPotluckQuickSauceWinter
Time :40 minutes
Yield :6 servings
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Creamy beef stroganoff with egg noodles and crispy fried onions served on a dark plate with green beans in the background.

The Scoop

French onion dip walked into a beef casserole and somehow made itself the main character.
Creamy mushroom soup, savory ground beef, tender egg noodles, and that irresistible pile of crispy fried onions come together in one ridiculously easy bake.
It’s cozy, creamy, crunchy on top, and exactly the kind of dinner that earns a permanent spot in the weeknight rotation.
Hack it:
Switch the protein: Try ground turkey, chicken, pork, or plant-based mince.
Add some veg: Stir in sautéed mushrooms, spinach, peas, or caramelized onions.
Make it cheesy: Mix in shredded Gruyère, Swiss, mozzarella, or sharp cheddar.
Boost the flavor: Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, or a little thyme to the beef mixture.
Make it extra French onion: Add a spoonful of caramelized onions to the filling and finish with Gruyère.
Leftovers:
Crispy skillet noodles: Fry portions in a skillet until the noodles and edges get golden and crunchy.
Loaded baked potatoes: Pile the beef and noodles over baked potatoes and top with extra cheese.
Casserole grilled cheese: Use the filling between thick slices of bread with Gruyère and toast until golden.
Crispy casserole bites: Scoop into small portions, coat with breadcrumbs, and air-fry until crisp.

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces egg noodles
  • 1 pound ground beef, lean
  • 2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (15 ounce) jar French onion dip
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by spraying it with cooking spray.
  • Cook the egg noodles according to package directions.
  • Drain the noodles and set them aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook, while crumbling, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
  • Add the cans of the soup and the French onion dip to the skillet with the beef, stirring with a wooden spoon until well combined.
  • Fold in the egg noodles.
  • Pour the contents into the prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the fried onions over the top of the mixture.
  • Bake until heated through, about 25-30 minutes.
  • Serve.
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