Best 3 Beef Lombardi Casserole Recipes

Beef Lombardi Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining succulent beef, tender pasta, and a rich, flavorful sauce in one delectable dish. With its origins in Italy, this hearty casserole is a delectable blend of simplicity and richness that has stood the test of time. With countless variations and interpretations, each home cook can adapt the recipe to their own unique palate, ensuring a culinary journey that's both familiar and exciting. Whether you prefer a slow-cooked version simmered to perfection or a quick and easy weeknight meal, this article will guide you through the essential steps and key ingredients needed to create the perfect Beef Lombardi Casserole that will warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF LOMBARDI

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Taken from America's Test Kitchen, Cook's Country April/May 2016 page 21. This is an awesome beef casserole dish. (To make ahead: The casserole can be fully assembled minus the Colby Jack, cooled completely, covered, and refrigerated for up to 24 hours. To serve, sprinkle with Colby Jack and increase baking time to 45 - 50 minutes)

Provided by Party of four

Categories < 4 Hours

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 onion, chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 (10 ounce) cans ro-tel original diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
12 ounces wide egg noodles
1 1/4 cups sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese, softenened
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 scallions, sliced thin
8 ounces colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded (2 cups)
salt
pepper

Steps:

Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 13 by 9 inch baking dish. Heat oil in 12-inch non stick skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking. Add beef, onion, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and cook, breaking up pieces with spoon, until beef is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
Stir in tomato paste and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes and cook until most liquid has evaporated, 3 - 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Meanwhile, bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot. Add noodles and 1 tablespoon salt and cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes. Reserve 2 cups cooking water, then drain noodles.
Whisk sour cream, cream cheese, cornstarch, and 1/2 cup reserved cooking water together in now-empty pot until smooth. Stir in scallions, noodles, remaining 1.25 cups cooking water, and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
Spread noodle mixture in even layer in prepared baking dish. Spread beef mixture evenly over noodles. Sprinkle Colby Jack evenly over top. Bake until bubbling around edges and cheese is spotty brown, 25 - 30 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 752.6, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 176.5, Sodium 440.2, Carbohydrate 62.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 12.8, Protein 38.3

BEEF LOMBARDI CASSEROLE

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This recipe has been around for a while. It is delicious casserole that can be made ahead time, if needed. The only thing I can add to this is a few of my personal preferences when making this recipe. Maybe they will be yours too. :) I like to use the brand Ro-tel tomatoes with MILD green chilies. If you like hot, by all means use the original. We just like the mild flavor better. Also, I like to mix the whole tomatoes and the diced tomatoes in a blender for just a few seconds just enough to break up the tomatoes a bit but, this is not necessary. I just like my tomatoes broken down a little more, yet not saucy. I also have used either sour cream or PLAIN yogurt in this recipe and both are equally good in my opinion. Same goes for the use of Monterey Jack cheese or Mozzarella cheese. We like the taste of either of those two cheeses in this recipe as well.

Provided by Olive

Categories Meat

Time 40m

Yield 1 casserole, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 lb hamburger
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 bay leaf
6 -8 ounces egg noodles
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1 cup sour cream or 1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese or 1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
garnish with chopped parsley (optional)

Steps:

Cook the hamburger in a large skillet or stock pot on medium heat until browned. Drain. Stir in both cans of tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste and bay leaf, and simmer for 30 minutes.
Cook the egg noodles according to package directions, Drain. Stir together the cooked noodles, chopped green onions and sour cream until mixed. Place the noodles in the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover the noodles with the beef mixture, spreading evenly. Sprinkle the cheeses evenly over the top of the beef mixture. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes. Remove from oven and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.6, Fat 33, SaturatedFat 17.4, Cholesterol 143.8, Sodium 1383.5, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 9.3, Protein 38.1

BEEF LOMBARDI (SOUTHERN LIVING) RECIPE - (3.5/5)

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Provided by ccoutant

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 * 1 (8-oz.) package medium egg noodles
1 * 1 pound lean ground beef
1 1/2 * 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 * 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 * 1 (6-oz.) can tomato paste
1 * 1 (14 1/2-oz.) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 * 1 (3-oz.) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 * 1/2 cup sour cream
4 * 4 green onions, chopped
1/2 * 1/2 cup (2 oz.) shredded Italian six-cheese blend

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare egg noodles according to package directions. 2. Meanwhile, sprinkle ground beef with 1 1/4 tsp. salt and Italian seasoning. Cook beef in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring often, 5 to 6 minutes or until meat crumbles and is no longer pink. 3. Stir in tomato paste, and cook 2 minutes; stir in tomatoes, 1/2 cup water, and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt; reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 8 minutes. 4. Microwave cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl at HIGH 20 seconds. Stir in sour cream and green onions. Stir cream cheese mixture into hot cooked noodles. 5. Place noodle mixture in bottom of a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Top with beef mixture; sprinkle with shredded Italian cheese. 6. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Note: To lighten, substitute low-fat or fat-free sour cream and 2% reduced-fat cheese.

Tips:

To ensure the beef is evenly cooked, slice it against the grain before searing.
Sear the beef in a hot skillet to create a flavorful crust and lock in its juices.
Use a variety of vegetables to add color, texture, and flavor to the casserole.
Simmer the casserole for at least 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Serve the casserole hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Conclusion:

Beef Lombardi casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of tender beef, flavorful vegetables, and creamy sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.