Hamburger Noodle Bake

By luvmybuttonsnbows

Ingredients

• 5 C. uncooked egg noodles
• 2 lbs. ground beef
• 1 C. chopped onion
• 1/2 C. chopped green pepper
• 2 cans (10 3/4 oz. each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
• 2 C. (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 C. water
• 1/2 C. chili sauce
• 1 1/2 C. soft bread crumbs
• 3 Tbsp. butter, melted

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook noodles according to package directions until almost tender; drain. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the noodles, soup, cheese, water and chili sauce. Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes.

2. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over casseroles. Bake one casserole, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbuly and golden brown. Cover and freeze the remaining casserole for up to 3 months.

To use frozen casserole: Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Cover and bake at 350° for 60 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through.