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Beef Lombardi Casserole Recipe

Beef Lombardi Casserole Recipe

4.5 from 17 reviews

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Beef Lombardi Casserole, a cheesy and savory dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy noodles, and rich cheeses come together to create a satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

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For the Beef Mixture:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

For the Noodle Mixture:

  • 2 cups cooked egg noodles
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic. Add ground beef, seasonings, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and paste. Simmer.
  3. Prepare Noodles: Mix sour cream and cottage cheese. Stir in cooked egg noodles.
  4. Layer Casserole: Spread half of the noodle mixture in a baking dish. Top with beef mixture and cheddar cheese. Repeat layers.
  5. Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream or ricotta for cottage cheese.
  • This casserole freezes well—wrap tightly before baking and freeze for up to 2 months.

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