Chow Mein Noodle Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound uncooked chow mein noodles
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook chow mein noodles according to package directions.
3. Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
4. In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, ground beef, onion, celery, green bell pepper, and carrots.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger, and black pepper.
6. Pour soup mixture over noodle mixture and stir to combine.
7. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and green onions.
9. Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 393
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sodium: 790mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 18g

Dish Characteristics:

• Comforting and hearty casserole
• Savory and flavorful with a hint of sweetness
• Perfect for a quick and easy family meal
• Can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve

User Comments:

• "This casserole is a hit with my whole family!"
• "The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make."
• "It's a great dish for a potluck or party."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce the sodium content.
• Top with additional shredded cheddar cheese or green onions before serving.
• If the casserole is too dry, add a little milk or water.
• You can also add other vegetables to the casserole, such as peas or corn.