The whole family will ask for seconds of this delicious and satisfying casserole, so be sure to make enough.
1 lb. ground beef
12 oz. egg noodles
10.75 oz. can condensed tomato soup
10.75 oz. can cream of mushroom soup
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 c. half-and-half
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, grated plus more for serving
1/2 T. Worcestershire sauce
1/8 - 1/4 t. red pepper flakes (or paprika)
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground pepper, to taste
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil. Cook noodles according to package directions, or until al dente. Drain. Set aside.
While noodles are cooking, cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes, or until browned. Discard fat. Add onion and garlic; cook for 5-6 minutes, or until softened and fragrant. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, mix together the tomato and cream of mushroom soups. Stir in half-and-half and Worcestershire sauce. Season with red pepper flakes (or paprika) and salt and pepper; stir to combine.
Stir the noodles and ground beef mixture into the wet ingredients; transfer to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from oven. Cool 5 minutes.
Serve with more Parmesan cheese, if desired
6 servings.