Beef Lombardi Casserole
A comforting and hearty casserole featuring ground beef, creamy cheese, and egg noodles, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups cooked egg noodles
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
Preparation
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef alongside the chopped onion and minced garlic until the beef is nicely browned and the onions are translucent. Once cooked, drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper to the skillet. Stir and allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, blend together the sour cream and softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Toss the cooked egg noodles into the creamy mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- In a greased baking dish, layer the noodle mixture followed by the beef mixture, repeating the layers and finishing with the noodle layer on top.
Baking
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions over the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Consider adding spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. You can also use pre-cooked or leftover pasta for quicker assembly. Tasting and adjusting seasoning is recommended based on the canned products used.