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Beef Lombardi Casserole Recipe


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  • Author: Camila Rose
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A hearty, family-favorite casserole layered with savory beef, tender noodles, creamy cheese, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or feeding a crowd, this make-ahead dish is comforting, filling, and guaranteed to satisfy.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 recommended)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (no salt added)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 8 oz wide egg noodles
  • 1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook egg noodles in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef. Drain excess fat.
  • Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and half the green onions until smooth.
  • Assemble the casserole: layer half the noodles in the baking dish, top with half the beef mixture, then half the cheese mixture. Repeat the layers.
  • Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with remaining green onions.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use full-fat dairy ingredients.
  • Letting the casserole rest makes slicing and serving easier.
  • Freezes well before or after baking for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 710mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg