Hearty Angel Beef Casserole with Creamy Pasta (Print version)

A cozy baked beef casserole with angel hair pasta, creamy mushroom sauce, sour cream, and a bubbly cheddar topping.

# Ingredients:

For the pasta and beef

01 - 8 oz (225 g) angel hair pasta
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
03 - 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, 85/15 preferred
04 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 8 oz (225 g) sliced mushrooms
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

For the creamy sauce

07 - 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
08 - 1 cup (240 g) sour cream
09 - 1/2 cup (120 ml) beef broth
10 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
11 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for pasta water
13 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1 1/2 cups (170 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Boil the angel hair in salted water for 1 minute less than the package directions, then drain and toss with 1 teaspoon olive oil.
02 - Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef, onion, and mushrooms. Cook for 7-9 minutes, breaking up the beef, until the meat is browned and the mushrooms have softened.
03 - Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Drain off excess fat if needed.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.
05 - Fold the beef mixture and cooked angel hair into the sauce. Use tongs to separate the pasta strands and coat them evenly.
06 - Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish and top with cheddar. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10-15 minutes more, until bubbly and lightly golden. Rest for 10 minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve.

# Good to know:

01 - Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving so the sauce can thicken.
02 - Cook angel hair slightly underdone because it softens more in the oven.
03 - Add a splash of broth before baking if the pasta mixture looks dry.

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