LAYERED BEEF-NOODLE BAKE

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Flavored cream cheese adds smooth texture and great taste to a meaty pasta casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups uncooked mini lasagna (mafalda) noodles (4 oz)
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef or lean ground turkey
1 jar (14 or 15 oz) tomato pasta sauce
1 container (8 oz) chives-and-onion cream cheese
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
3 tablespoons milk
1 box (9 oz) frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain*
1/4 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 12x8- or 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook noodles as directed on package. Drain; rinse with hot water.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in pasta sauce and cooked noodles.
  • In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream and milk with spoon until smooth.
  • Spoon half of the noodle mixture into baking dish. Top evenly with cheese mixture. Spoon spinach evenly over cheese mixture. Top with remaining noodle mixture. Cover with foil.
  • Bake 35 minutes; uncover and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake about 5 minutes longer or until hot. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 800 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1 g

Syed Umair Raza
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual beef and noodle routine. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


Supi Supikshan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great comfort food dish that's perfect for a cold winter day.


Noel Tomlinson
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover beef. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Larry Mendoza
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Mary Anthony
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I'm always looking for new beef recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


Rida Malik
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This recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Tina Russian
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I made this dish for my picky kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat beef.


forever living products uganda
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I doubled the recipe and it fed a crowd of people. It's a great dish for potlucks or parties.


Raheel Malik
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I'm not a fan of cheese, so I omitted it from this recipe. It still turned out great!


Wafa Aftab Burdi WafaAftab Burdi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover noodles. I also like to add some cooked vegetables to it, like broccoli or cauliflower.


Dhiraj Khadka
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family will love.


Nakiwala Kevin
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I made this dish in a slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.


Yolanda Willing
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I added some chopped vegetables to this dish, like carrots and celery, and it turned out great. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies.


Gabriel Dulinszky
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This dish is so comforting and satisfying. I love the combination of beef, noodles, and cheese.


Angella Anderson
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover beef.


Muhammad Ifzal Awan
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I'm not a huge fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was flavorful and the beef was cooked perfectly.


Sera Dunn
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This recipe is a keeper! It's now one of my go-to meals for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


nrafique1979 nrafique
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the crispy cheese topping.


Nabukalu Hadijah
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The beef was tender and juicy, the noodles were cooked al dente, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone.


Miller Lundy
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This layered beef noodle bake was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.