Beef Lombardi Casserole
This hearty and cheesy Beef Lombardi Casserole is the perfect comfort food! With layers of seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and pasta, this dish is great for family dinners, meal prepping, or gatherings.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowls
- 9x13-inch Baking Dish
Ingredients
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 for best flavor
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for spice
Creamy Cheese Layer
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 8 oz egg noodles or substitute with cooked rice
Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with 1 tbsp melted butter to prevent sticking.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Assemble: Spread cooked noodles in the baking dish, followed by the cheese mixture, then the beef sauce.
- Top with shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. For a golden top, broil for 2-3 minutes.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a crispy topping, mix panko breadcrumbs with butter and sprinkle on top before baking.