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Yum-A-Stetta

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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;€™s 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. It’s nostalgic, easy to make, and guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family looking for a simple yet delicious homemade meal.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 840.8
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;€™s 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. It’s nostalgic, easy to make, and guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family looking for a simple yet delicious homemade meal.
Ingredients
  • 2 pound Lean ground beef
  • 1 package Egg noodles (16 oz)
  • 1 package Processed American cheese slices
  • 1 can Tomato soup, undiluted
  • 1 can Cream of chicken soup, undiluted
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2
    Cook egg noodles according to package directions; drain well and set aside.
  3. 3
    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.
  4. 4
    Stir the brown sugar and undiluted tomato soup into the beef mixture. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors, then remove from heat.
  5. 5
    In a large bowl, combine the drained noodles with the undiluted cream of chicken soup until evenly coated.
  6. 6
    In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread half of the beef mixture on the bottom.
  7. 7
    Layer half of the processed American cheese slices over the beef.
  8. 8
    Spread the noodle mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
  9. 9
    Top with the remaining beef mixture.
  10. 10
    Cover with the remaining American cheese slices.
  11. 11
    Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.
  12. 12
    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.

Keywords: american, baking, beef, casserole, cheese, chicken, comfort, cream, egg, family, ground, main, noodles, onion, pepper, processed, salt, soup, tomato, weeknight
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