Description
Beef Lombardi Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that effortlessly combines savory ground beef, zesty tomatoes, creamy egg noodles, and a gooey cheese topping. Perfect for family gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this casserole packs a delightful South-of-the-border flair that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With an easy preparation process, you can whip up this comforting meal in no time, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Plus, it reheats beautifully, offering delicious leftovers for lunch the next day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 (12 oz) package egg noodles
- 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until crumbly. Drain excess fat and stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, and seasonings. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and mix with sour cream.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer creamy noodles followed by the beef mixture. Top with all cheeses.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let your Beef Lombardi Casserole sit for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: South-of-the-border
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg