Grandma’s Ground Beef Chow Mein Casserole sounds like a hearty, comfort food classic! I can almost picture it coming out of the oven, with that crispy top and savory filling. 😋 Here’s a guess at how you might make it, but feel free to fill in any details!
🛒 Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) bean sprouts, drained
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) beef broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups cooked chow mein noodles (or crispy fried chow mein noodles)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (optional, for extra flavor)
Directions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
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In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
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Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the bean sprouts, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then let it cook for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in the cooked chow mein noodles, making sure they’re well-coated with the beef mixture.
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Transfer the beef and noodle mixture into the prepared casserole dish. If you’re using cheese, sprinkle it evenly over the top.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted (if using cheese). For an extra crispy topping, you can broil it for a minute or two at the end.
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Serve warm, optionally drizzling with a little sesame oil for extra flavor.
Would this be close to your grandma’s version? I’d love to hear what makes it special for you!
