Rushin’ Casserole

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13

A comforting and hearty Russian-style casserole

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

518

Sugar

Fat

28g

Rushin' Casserole is a classic Russian-style dish that is perfect for cold winter nights when you need something comforting and hearty. This casserole is made with wide egg noodles, ground beef, yogurt, and cinnamon, so it has a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to satisfy your hunger. The dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish, and it pairs well with a green salad or some crusty bread. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of Russian cuisine!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Cook the egg noodles according to the instructions on the package.
3.	In a bowl, combine the yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Set aside.
4.	In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is translucent. Drain the fat and stir in the cinnamon.
5.	Spread half of the cooked noodles in the bottom of a greased 8x8 inch baking dish. Spread half of the beef mixture over the noodles, then spread half of the yogurt mixture on top of the beef. Repeat the layering with the remaining noodles, beef, and yogurt.
6.	Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the top is golden brown.

PROS

Rushin’ Casserole is a flavorful and filling dish that is easy to make.
It can be prepared ahead of time and reheated for a quick and satisfying meal.
The combination of ground beef, yogurt, and cinnamon creates a unique and delicious flavor that will please your taste buds.

CONS

This casserole is relatively high in calories and fat due to the use of ground beef and yogurt.
It may not be the best choice for those on a strict diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie content, Rushin’ Casserole provides a good amount of protein and calcium thanks to the ground beef and yogurt. Calcium is essential for strong bones and teeth, while protein is necessary for building and repairing tissues. Cinnamon has also been found to have anti-inflammatory properties, which may help reduce inflammation in the body.

	1 package wide egg noodles
	4 cups plain yogurt
	2 cloves garlic , minced
	1 pound ground beef
	1 onion , chopped
	2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
	1 lemon , juiced
	1/2 teaspoon salt