Dinner

Amish Country Casserole Recipe

ByRafael Mansero November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

Introduction

Amish Country Casserole is a comforting and hearty one-dish meal perfect for busy weeknights. It combines savory ground beef, tender egg noodles, and cheesy goodness baked to perfection. This easy casserole is sure to become a family favorite.

A square serving of lasagna sits on a white textured plate with ruffled edges. The lasagna has multiple layers: the bottom and middle layers contain curly-edged pasta sheets in a pale cream color interspersed with a browned ground beef mixture, creating a rich brown layer. The top layer is covered with melted, golden-yellow cheese that has browned spots and a glossy texture, sprinkled with small green parsley pieces. There is a silver fork resting on the plate's edge near the lasagna. In the background, a white baking dish with more lasagna rests on a soft colored cloth, all set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 cup egg noodles, uncooked
1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz)
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 cup frozen peas (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is fully cooked and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Step 4: Add the uncooked egg noodles and the cream mixture to the skillet with the beef and onions. If you are using peas, add them now as well. Stir everything together until evenly combined.
Step 5: Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
Step 6: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Step 7: After 25 minutes, remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 8: Allow the casserole to sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce to the beef mixture while cooking.
Substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup for a different taste.
Use fresh or canned peas instead of frozen if you prefer.
Try mixing in diced bell peppers or mushrooms with the onions for added veggies.

Storage

Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the microwave or oven until heated through. You can also freeze the casserole for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

A square piece of baked pasta casserole sits on a white plate over a white marbled texture surface, showing multiple layers. The bottom layer is small cooked pasta noodles, pale cream in color and curly. Above that is a thick layer of browned ground meat, deep brown and crumbly. On top of the meat, there is a layer of melted cheese that is golden and bubbly, slightly browned in spots with a soft texture. A small sprinkle of chopped green herbs decorates the top center. A silver fork rests on the plate's edge to the right. In the blurred background, a white casserole dish filled with the same baked pasta casserole is visible. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use cooked egg noodles instead of uncooked?

It’s best to use uncooked egg noodles as they cook in the casserole during baking, absorbing flavors and moisture. Using cooked noodles may result in a mushy texture.

Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the casserole up to the baking step, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if needed.