This classic American casserole, often affectionately called Yum-A-Stetta, is the epitome of retro comfort food. It combines savory lean ground beef and tender egg noodles in a rich, creamy sauce made from condensed cream of chicken and tomato soups. The layers are bound together with melted processed American cheese, creating a gooey, satisfying texture that is hard to resist. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, protein-packed meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or potlucks, this dish comes together quickly using pantry staples. ItâÂÂs nostalgic, easy to make, and guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family looking for a simple yet delicious homemade meal.
Yum-A-Stetta
Description
This classic American casserole, often affectionately called Yum-A-Stetta, is the epitome of retro comfort food. It combines savory lean ground beef and tender egg noodles in a rich, creamy sauce made from condensed cream of chicken and tomato soups. The layers are bound together with melted processed American cheese, creating a gooey, satisfying texture that is hard to resist. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, protein-packed meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or potlucks, this dish comes together quickly using pantry staples. ItâÂÂs nostalgic, easy to make, and guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family looking for a simple yet delicious homemade meal.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Cook egg noodles according to package directions; drain well and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion, salt, and pepper until meat is no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Stir the brown sugar and undiluted tomato soup into the beef mixture. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors, then remove from heat.
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In a large bowl, combine the drained noodles with the undiluted cream of chicken soup until evenly coated.
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In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread half of the beef mixture on the bottom.
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Layer half of the processed American cheese slices over the beef.
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Spread the noodle mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
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Top with the remaining beef mixture.
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Cover with the remaining American cheese slices.
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Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.
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Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 840.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 35.7g55%
- Saturated Fat 12.5g63%
- Cholesterol 261.5mg88%
- Sodium 97760.4mg4074%
- Total Carbohydrate 27.2g10%
- Dietary Fiber 7.5g30%
- Sugars 10.6g
- Protein 95.0g190%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Cover leftovers tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until hot.
Substitutions: You can use cheddar or Swiss cheese instead of processed American if preferred. For a lighter version, try using lean ground turkey or chicken.
Tip: If the casserole looks dry while baking, add a splash of milk or water to the dish before covering with foil for the last 10 minutes.
