Amish Sunday Savior Casserole
This hearty Amish Sunday Savior Casserole combines seasoned ground beef, tender vegetables, creamy mushroom sauce, egg noodles, and melted cheddar cheese into a comforting family dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday gatherings.
Equipment
- large skillet
- 9x13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, sliced into thin coins
- 1 cup celery, sliced
- 1 cup frozen peas, not thawed
- 2 cups cooked wide egg noodles, slightly undercooked
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion, breaking the meat apart, until the beef is browned and the onion is tender, about 8 minutes.
- Add the carrots, celery, and frozen peas. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add the cooked egg noodles, cream of mushroom soup, and milk. Stir until everything is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted into the mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Notes
Cook the egg noodles 1–2 minutes less than the package directions since they finish cooking in the oven. Freshly shredded cheddar melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese. If the mixture is too thick before baking, stir in a splash of milk; if too thin, simmer for another minute. Ground turkey may be substituted with a little extra salt and a pinch of garlic powder. Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate, adding 5–10 minutes to the baking time. Reheat leftovers covered with a damp paper towel to prevent the noodles from drying out.