Grandma's Beef and Noodle Casserole

Olives, pimentos, and Cheddar cheese bring tons of flavor to this family-friendly ground beef casserole with egg noodles.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 55 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 430 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups milk
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 (12 ounce) package egg noodles
• 1 (4 ounce) jar chopped pimento peppers
• 1 (6 ounce) can chopped olives
• 1.25 cups grated Cheddar cheese, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, bell pepper, and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir flour into the drippings in the pan; slowly whisk in milk and season with salt and pepper. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese, olives, and pimentos.

Step 4

Drain noodles and fold into the beef mixture. Transfer to a casserole dish and cover with remaining cheese.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and cheese is melted and browned, about 40 minutes.