Sauerkraut Casserole

A close-up of a hearty casserole with layers of savory ingredients.

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 40

Experience the mixture of tastes suggested by our Sauerkraut Casserole, a dish that beautifully incorporates the pizzazz of traditional German cuisine with the comfort and familiarity of a classic American casserole. This recipe merges the spirit of drained sauerkraut, with the savory richness of ground beef all expertly layered between tender egg noodles and crowned off with a luscious layer of melted Swiss cheese that pivots a golden brown. Each mouthful carries you on a journey through contrasting textures and tastes from the crispy sauerkraut to the cheese-infused topping creating a captivating indulgence appropriate for both intimate family dinners and special assemblages.

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Servings

Ingredients

2 lb ground beef
1 medium white onion chopped
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp dried parsley
2 cans 10.75 ounces each tomato soup
1 can 10.75 ounces warm water
1 package wide egg noodles
2 cans 14 ounces each sauerkraut, drained very well
3/4 c brown sugar
2 c Swiss cheese shredded
Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a baking dish that measures 9x13 inches.
In a skillet cook the ground beef along, with the chopped onion powder, parsley, salt and pepper until it turns brown.
Follow the instructions on the package to cook the egg noodles.
Place the drained sauerkraut in layers within the baking dish. Sprinkle some sugar over it.
Add the noodles on top of the sauerkraut.
Layer the browned beef mixture over the noodles.
In a bowl combine water with tomato soup until it becomes smooth. Pour this mixture over the beef.
Finish by topping everything with shredded cheese.
Bake, for 30 to 45 minutes. Until you notice that the cheese has turned golden brown and is bubbling.
Allow it to stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a delightful gluten-free twist on our beloved Sauerkraut Casserole, a few simple adjustments can make all the difference. Swap the regular egg noodles with your favorite gluten-free pasta variety - there are many excellent choices out there, like rice or corn-based noodles, that maintain a lovely texture and absorb flavors just as well. When selecting your tomato soup, ensure it's a gluten-free variety, as some canned soups contain gluten as a thickener. For the beef seasoning, double-check that your garlic powder and dried parsley are free from gluten cross-contamination, a common issue with spices.

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