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A golden-baked Poor Man Husband Casserole in a ceramic dish on a marble table, with bubbling cheese and crispy edges in close-up view.

Poor Man Husband Casserole

A cheesy, creamy, family-style beef casserole made from pantry staples. Perfect for busy nights, potlucks, or cozy weekend meals!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds Ground Beef 80/20 recommended
  • 2 cans Tomato Sauce 15 oz each
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 8 ounces Sour Cream
  • 12 ounces Egg Noodles cooked and drained
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh Parsley chopped
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