Angel Beef Casserole Recipe
This Delicious Angel Beef Casserole is a comforting blend of tender pasta, seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and rich tomato sauce—baked to bubbly perfection. It’s a hearty, family-friendly meal everyone will love.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Medium saucepan (for pasta)
- Mixing bowl
- 9x13-inch casserole dish
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Colander
Ingredients
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Brown the Beef
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with chopped onion and garlic until browned and fully cooked (about 7–8 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
Make the Sauce
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika to the beef mixture. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Prepare the Cheese Layer
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and softened cream cheese. Stir until smooth. Set aside.
Layer the Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Spread half of the cooked pasta on the bottom.
- Spoon and spread all of the sour cream and cream cheese mixture over the pasta.
- Add the remaining pasta on top.
- Pour the beef and tomato sauce evenly over the pasta.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
Serve
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm!
Notes
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a crisp green salad or steamed broccoli.
- Add a side of garlic bread or gluten-free rolls.
- For extra spice, top with red pepper flakes before baking.