Comforting Beef Lombardi Casserole Your Family Will Love

Delight in this Beef Lombardi Casserole, a comforting blend of tender pasta and zesty beefy tomato sauce, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 35

Resting Time 5

Total Time 1

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat Sauce

1 lb Lean Ground Beef (or Ground Turkey/Chicken) Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
14.5 oz Can Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used as an alternative.
10 oz Can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles (e.g., Rotel) Opt for mild varieties to control heat level.
6 oz Can Tomato Paste Thickens the sauce and deepens the flavor.
1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be minced as a substitution.
1 tsp Onion Powder Chopped onion could work in its place.
1 tsp Salt Essential for flavor; adjust based on dietary needs.
1/2 tsp Black Pepper Provides a mild kick; can be adjusted based on taste preferences.

For the Pasta

12 oz Package Egg Noodles Substitute with any pasta of choice.

For Creaminess

1 Cup Sour Cream (or Plain Greek Yogurt) Non-dairy options are available for substitutions.

For the Cheesy Topping

2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitute with a Mexican blend cheese for an exciting twist.
1 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Enhances richness.
1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Provides the gooey, melty texture.

Equipment

large skillet
pot
9x13-inch baking dish
Cooking spray or butter

Method

Directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef or turkey for 6-8 minutes.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chiles, tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then mix with sour cream.
Spread the creamy noodles in the baking dish, pour the beef mixture over, and top with cheeses.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For richer texture, add pasta cooking water to sour cream. Customize with sautéed vegetables if desired.

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