Description

This Beef Lombardi Casserole. Is pure comfort in a dish. Imagine a savory meat sauce. Made with ground beef, tomatoes, and green chiles. Simmered to perfection. And then layered over creamy, sour cream-coated egg noodles. The crowning glory is a blend of cheddar, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses. Which melt into a golden, bubbly topping. That’s simply irresistible. This casserole is not only delicious. But also incredibly easy to make. Making it a go-to recipe. For family dinners. The first time I made this. My family couldn’t stop raving about it. And it quickly became a staple. In our household. Whether you’re feeding a crowd. Or looking for a comforting meal to enjoy at home. This Beef Lombardi Casserole. Is sure to satisfy.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey/chicken

1 14.5 ounces can diced tomatoes

1 10 ounces can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as Rotel)

1 6 ounces can tomato paste

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 12 ounces package egg noodles

1 c sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

2 c shredded cheddar cheese

1 c grated parmesan cheese

1 c shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.

In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

Add diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chiles, tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and mix with sour cream.

Spread the creamy noodles in the prepared baking dish. Top with the meat sauce and then the shredded cheeses.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

To make this Beef Lombardi Casserole gluten-free. You’ll need to swap out the egg noodles. For a gluten-free pasta. There are many great options available. Like rice or quinoa-based pasta. That holds up well in casseroles. Make sure to check the labels on your diced tomatoes. And tomato paste. To ensure they’re gluten-free. As some brands might contain gluten. As a stabilizer. By making these simple adjustments. You can enjoy all the comforting flavors of this casserole. Without the gluten. Just follow the recipe as usual. And you’ll have a delicious, gluten-free version of this family favorite. That everyone can enjoy.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes