Best Savory Italian Noodle Casserole Recipes

ITALIAN NOODLE CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat your oven to 450°F and coat a 9x13 inch casserole dish or glass baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
• Prepare pasta according to package directions, cooking slightly al dente.
• Place a large skillet over medium heat, and add the ground beef, onion, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Brown the ground beef, breaking up while cooking, until nearly cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
• Add the zucchini and garlic to the beef and saute for about 5 minutes or until the zucchini is tender.
• Stir in the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning, and bring to a simmer. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• After the pasta is cooked and drained, return the pasta to the pot or a bowl and stir in the Greek yogurt and cream cheese until smooth. Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared casserole or baking dish.
• Top pasta with an even layer of the meat sauce mixture, the sprinkle with cheddar and parmesan cheese.
• Bake at 450°F for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and lightly browned.

ITALIAN NOODLE CASSEROLE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.
• Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package directions; drain.
• In a large bowl, combine the beef, noodles, oil, 1 1/2 cups Colby cheese, tomato sauce, beans, stewed tomatoes, tomato soup and all seasonings.
• Transfer to a greased 13x9" bakaing dish; cover and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
• Uncover; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining Colby cheese.
• Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.