Beef Lombardi Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Beef Lombardi Casserole! This crowd-pleasing dish combines tender egg noodles, a creamy blend of sour cream and cream cheese, and a bold, savory meat sauce made with ground beef, crushed tomatoes, and fragrant herbs like oregano and basil. Topped with a bubbling layer of sharp cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, this layered casserole is baked to golden perfection. Ready in just over an hour and serving eight generous portions, it’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, this classic baked pasta dish is destined to become a dinnertime favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 12 ounces Wide egg noodles
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or oil.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 7-10 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the wide egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a medium bowl, mix together the sour cream and softened cream cheese until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the sour cream and cream cheese mixture until evenly coated.
Spread half of the noodle mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Layer half of the meat sauce over the noodles, followed by 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, meat sauce, and cheddar cheese.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is bubbly and lightly golden.
Garnish with sliced green onions before serving. Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before slicing into portions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 348.3 g | 447% | |
| Saturated Fat | 177.4 g | 887% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1334 mg | 445% | |
| Sodium | 5199 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.6 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.0 g | ||
| Protein | 256.3 g | 513% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2493 mg | 192% | |
| Iron | 37.7 mg | 209% | |
| Potassium | 6439 mg | 137% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
