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French Onion Beef Casserole Recipe

French Onion Beef Casserole Recipe
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This French Onion Beef Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender caramelized onions, savory ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and melted Gruyère cheese over hearty egg noodles. Enhanced with Worcestershire sauce and topped with crispy fried onions for a perfect crunch, this casserole is an ideal family-friendly meal perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (lean preferred, or substitute with ground turkey or chicken)
  • 12 oz egg noodles, cooked al dente
  • 2 large onions (yellow or sweet), thinly sliced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (or mozzarella or cheddar)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions (for topping)

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • ¼ cup red wine (for deglazing the onions)
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • ½ cup French bread croutons (for a crunchy topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes. If using, deglaze the onions with red wine during the last few minutes to add depth of flavor.
  3. Add Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the caramelized onions. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to incorporate the flavors.
  4. Cook Ground Beef: In a separate pan, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish lean.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Stir the beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and caramelized onions into the cooked ground beef. Mix well to create a flavorful sauce.
  6. Add Noodles: Fold the cooked egg noodles into the beef mixture until everything is evenly combined.
  7. Assemble Casserole: Transfer the combined mixture into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish. Evenly sprinkle the shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese over the top.
  8. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is fully melted.
  9. Final Topping: In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle crispy fried onions and optional croutons over the casserole to add a delicious crunchy texture.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot for a comforting and hearty meal.

Notes

  • For extra richness and deeper flavor, add a splash of red wine while caramelizing the onions.
  • Mushrooms and bacon can be incorporated into the beef mixture for additional layers of flavor and texture.
  • You can substitute Gruyère cheese with mozzarella or cheddar depending on your taste preference.
  • To make it lower in fat, use ground turkey and reduced-fat sour cream.
  • Make sure to cook the egg noodles al dente, so they hold up well during baking.

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Keywords: French Onion Casserole, Beef Casserole, Comfort Food, Ground Beef Recipe, Egg Noodles Casserole, Creamy Beef Bake

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