Mix canned mixed vegetables and these 3 ingredients over uncooked egg noodles in a casserole dish for a comforting meal your family will constantly ask for

This oven baked 5-ingredient Amish-style harvest noodle bake is the kind of simple, comforting casserole that fits right into busy Midwestern weeknights. It leans on pantry staples—canned mixed vegetables, uncooked egg noodles, and just three more everyday ingredients—to make a cozy, stick-to-your-ribs dinner with almost no prep. You simply mix everything together right in the casserole dish, slide it into the oven, and let it bubble away while you take care of the rest of the evening. It has that old-fashioned church supper feel, but it’s easy enough for any weeknight and familiar enough that kids and picky eaters usually come back for seconds.

Serve this harvest noodle bake hot, straight from the oven, with a simple green salad or sliced cucumbers and ranch on the side to add some crunch and freshness. Warm dinner rolls, buttered toast, or garlic bread make a nice partner to soak up the creamy sauce. If your family likes a little extra protein, you can pair it with baked chicken, ham, or even simple pan-fried sausage. A bowl of applesauce or fresh fruit on the table keeps things light and kid-friendly, and for a cozy finish, serve with brownies or a simple scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Servings: 6

12 oz uncooked wide egg noodles

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or a little butter so the noodles don’t stick.

Pour the uncooked egg noodles evenly into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Spread them out so they make a fairly even layer from corner to corner.

Add the canned mixed vegetables over the uncooked noodles. Use your hands or a spoon to gently spread the vegetables so they’re mixed in among the noodles, just like in those close-up kitchen shots where everything is tossed together right in the dish.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup and milk until smooth and well combined. Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, saving the remaining 1/2 cup for topping.

Pour the soup, milk, and cheese mixture evenly over the noodle and vegetable mixture in the casserole dish. Use a spoon or clean hands to gently mix and press everything together so the noodles and vegetables are coated and mostly submerged in the sauce. This helps the noodles cook through in the oven.

Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, until the noodles are mostly tender and the mixture is hot and bubbly around the edges.

Carefully remove the foil, stir the casserole gently to loosen any noodles that might be sticking together, and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Return the uncovered casserole to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden and the noodles are fully tender when tested with a fork.

Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving so it can set up a bit and is easier to scoop. Serve warm, straight from the dish, and enjoy that cozy, creamy, veggie-filled noodle bake your family will ask for again and again.

For picky eaters, you can use only the veggies they like: swap the canned mixed vegetables for canned corn, peas, or green beans, or even half-and-half. If you need to stretch the meal a bit, stir in 1–2 cups of cooked, diced chicken, ham, or browned ground beef along with the vegetables. To make it a little lighter, use reduced-sodium cream soup and 2% milk, and cut the cheese down to 1 cup total. For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and a pinch of black pepper to the soup mixture. If your family likes a bit of crunch, top the casserole before the final bake with 1 cup crushed butter crackers or plain cornflakes mixed with 2 tablespoons melted butter, then add the cheese on top of that. You can also swap in cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup for a different flavor, or use Colby Jack or mozzarella instead of cheddar. Just keep the base the same—uncooked egg noodles, canned mixed vegetables, and the simple three-ingredient sauce—so it bakes up creamy and comforting every time.