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Oven Baked 5 Ingredient Husbands Delight Casserole

A simple and delicious casserole made with five ingredients that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 jar (24 oz) spaghetti sauce Any brand works well.
  • 8 oz wide egg noodles Cook until just tender.
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy spreading.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to mix with other cheeses for variation.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Set a large pot of salted water on to boil.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s browned and fully cooked. Break it up as it cooks.
  5. Drain off any excess grease, then stir in the spaghetti sauce and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. While the beef cooks, boil the egg noodles according to the package directions until just tender. Drain well.
  7. Spread the drained noodles evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  8. Dollop the softened cream cheese over the noodles and gently spread it around as best you can.
  9. Spoon the beef and sauce mixture evenly over the top, then finish with the shredded cheddar cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until hot and bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and lightly browned.
  2. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This casserole is best served warm right out of the oven. Pair it with a simple side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Cool leftovers completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.