Here’s a complete and hearty Oven-Baked Pot Roast and Noodle Casserole recipe that combines tender roast beef with creamy noodles for a comforting meal.
🍲 Oven-Baked Pot Roast and Noodle Casserole
Ingredients
- 500–700 g beef chuck roast
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 cup peas or mushrooms
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Pot Roast
- Preheat oven to 160 °C (320 °F).
- Season the beef with salt and black pepper.
- Sear the beef in a hot pan until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the roast to a baking dish or Dutch oven. Add beef broth, chopped onion, and garlic.
- Cover tightly and bake for 2.5–3 hours until the meat is tender.
- Remove meat and shred with two forks. Reserve the cooking liquid for the sauce.
2️⃣ Prepare the Noodles & Sauce
- Boil egg noodles until just tender; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour to form a roux.
- Gradually add 1 cup milk and 1 cup reserved beef broth, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3️⃣ Assemble the Casserole
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded beef, cooked noodles, and sauce.
- Fold in optional vegetables if using.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
4️⃣ Bake
- Preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated; just bake until heated through.
Tips for Best Results
- Use “low and slow” cooking for the roast to maximize tenderness.
- Adding mushrooms or peas gives extra flavor and texture.
- For richer flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce.
If you want, I can make a one-pot, quicker version of this casserole that cooks in under an hour without losing the flavor. Do you want me to do that?
