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Beef Lombardi Casserole

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๐Ÿฅ˜ Beef Lombardi Casserole combines savory layers of seasoned ground beef, tangy tomatoes, and creamy cheese for a hearty, comforting meal.
๐Ÿง€ This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for family dinners and can be prepared ahead for added convenience.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

– 1 tablespoon olive oil

– 1 pound lean ground beef

– 1/2 finely chopped onion

– 1 teaspoon salt

– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

– 4 tablespoons tomato paste

– 3 cloves garlic, minced

– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

– 3 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes with chilies, drained

– 1/4 teaspoon celery salt

– 1 package (12 ounces) egg noodles

– 1 1/4 cups sour cream

– 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

– 1 tablespoon cornstarch

– 2 1/2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese

Instructions

1-Preheat oven to 350ยฐF. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add chopped onion and ground beef; cook 8-10 minutes until beef is browned and onions are translucent. Season with salt and pepper.

2-Add tomato paste, garlic, Italian seasoning, celery salt, and drained diced tomatoes with chilies. Cook 5 more minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens slightly.

3-Meanwhile, boil water in a large pot and cook egg noodles for 3 minutes. Reserve about 2 cups noodle water and drain noodles.

4-In a separate bowl, whisk sour cream, softened cream cheese, cornstarch, and 1/2 cup reserved noodle water until smooth.

5-Combine partially cooked noodles with the remaining reserved noodle water and the sour cream mixture. Transfer to a greased 9ร—13-inch deep baking dish. Season with salt and pepper.

6-Spread beef mixture evenly over noodles.

7-Sprinkle shredded Colby Jack cheese over the top.

8-Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

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Notes

๐Ÿณ Using lean ground beef helps avoid excess grease.
โณ Partially cooking noodles prevents them from becoming mushy after baking.
๐Ÿฅ„ Mix cream cheese and sour cream mixture with noodles for extra creaminess and texture.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Dish, Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Contains Dairy and Meat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving