Easy Beef Layered Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat and Pasta
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12 ounces wide egg noodles
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1 pound ground chicken, turkey, or lean beef
→ Sauce Base
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 (6 oz) can of tomato paste
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1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt (or adjust to taste)
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1 (14.5 oz) can of diced tomatoes
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1 (10 oz) can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
→ Dairy
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1 cup mozzarella, shredded
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2 cups cheddar, shredded
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1 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
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1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to heat to 350°F. Give a 9x13 pan a good coat of cooking spray.
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Cook the ground meat in a big pan until browned. Get rid of any grease, add seasonings, diced tomatoes, and paste. Let it bubble for 15-20 minutes.
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Boil your noodles until just tender (al dente). Drain and mix them with sour cream.
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In the greased dish, layer noodles at the bottom, add the meat mixture on top, then scatter all the cheeses over everything.
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Pop it into the oven for about 20-25 minutes until it’s bubbling and golden. Let it sit for 5 minutes before digging in.
# Notes:
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Keep some pasta water to mix in for creamier noodles.
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Cook meat sauce longer for stronger flavors.
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Use foil if the top is getting too dark before it’s done.