Description
Comfort meets classic Southern cuisine in this hearty Beef Lombardi Casserole, combining ground beef, pasta, and rich tomato sauce. Layers of melted cheese and savory seasonings create a satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Meat Broth:
- 2 cups beef broth
Dairy Products:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pasta and Noodles:
- 2 cups wide egg noodles
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato Base:
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, preparing a greased 9×13 inch baking dish for the casserole.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, thoroughly draining excess fat.
- Introduce chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until onions become translucent and aromatic.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and season with oregano, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer the mixture gently.
- Incorporate wide egg noodles into the skillet, stirring to ensure even coating and partial cooking for approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from heat and fold in sour cream until the mixture becomes smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully transfer the beef and noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, distributing evenly across the surface.
- Generously layer shredded mozzarella cheese over the casserole, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Uncover the casserole and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden brown.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a lighter version of the casserole.
- For gluten-free option, swap egg noodles with zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta alternatives.
- Consider adding diced bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition and flavor complexity.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking process and minimize kitchen stress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg