Broccoli Noodle Casserole

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This delicious casserole is perfect as an Entree or as a Side Dish. It also gets tastier the longer it sits, making it great for leftovers! The combination of Broccoli, Mushrooms, Cheeses and Noodles makes it a winner for any crowd, young and old! Perfect for Back To School Meals served with crispy French Bread and a fruit salad...Enjoy 🙂
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Dish, Side Dish
Servings 6 People

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Cups Mushrooms, roughly chopped 8 Oz. Container
  • 1 Medium Onion, chopped
  • 4 Cups Chopped Broccoli 1 Bunch (2-3 Stalks)
  • 2-3 Tablespoons Butter I use unsalted
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ Teaspoon Ground Pepper
  • 3 Large Eggs
  • 3 Cups Cottage Cheese I use Lite, Small Curd
  • 1 Cup Sour Cream I use Lite
  • 3 Cups Raw Egg Noodles Medium or wide
  • ½ Cup Bread Crumbs Divided
  • 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Use 2 Cups if your gang loves cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9" x 13" baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
  • Gather ingredients.

Sauteed Vegetables

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet.
  • Add the chopped veggies and saute over Medium to Medium Low heat until tender. Season with salt and pepper.

Cheese Mixture

  • While veggies are cooking...whisk the eggs, cottage cheese and sour cream in a large bowl until well combined.

Egg Noodles

  • Also, while the veggies are cooking, prepare the Egg Noodles as indicated on the packaging. Drain and add a little butter (about 1 Tablespoon).

Putting it All Together

  • Using a slotted spoon, add the veggies to the cheese mixture. Mix well.
  • Next, add the cooked, buttered noodles and 1/4 cup breadcrumbs to the veggie and cheese mixture. Mix well.
  • Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1/4 Breadcrumbs and 1-2 Cups Shredded Cheddar.
  • Cover baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Serve warm as an Entree with some Crusty French Bread and a fresh Fruit Salad. Or serve as a side dish. Either way, it's delicious! Enjoy!