Description
Sauerkraut casserole is the ultimate comfort dish that brings together hearty layers of tender beef, egg noodles, and tangy sauerkraut, all topped with melted Swiss cheese. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, as it combines familiar flavors into a delightful meal that even skeptics of sauerkraut will enjoy. With its rich taste and satisfying texture, this dish offers a unique twist on traditional comfort food that warms both the heart and soul. Plus, it’s great for leftovers, making it a convenient choice for meal prep enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 onion (diced)
- 8 oz wide egg noodles (cooked)
- 2 cans (14 oz) sauerkraut (drained)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cans (10.75 oz) tomato soup
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat with diced onions until fully cooked.
- Layer drained sauerkraut in the baking dish and sprinkle brown sugar over it.
- Add cooked egg noodles followed by the beef mixture.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together tomato soup and water; pour over the casserole layers.
- Top with shredded Swiss cheese and bake for 30-45 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg