Description
Beef Lombardi Casserole is a hearty, oven‑baked dish that layers seasoned smoked beef, al dente pasta, and a rich tomato‑beef broth mixture, all topped with melted shredded cheese. This comforting casserole delivers a perfect balance of savory protein, satisfying carbs, and creamy cheese in each bite, making it an ideal family dinner for chilly evenings. Easy to prepare, it serves six generous portions and offers a classic Italian‑inspired flavor that will become a weekly favorite. For any cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground smoked beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Sauté onion and garlic in butter or oil.
- Brown smoked beef and drain.
- Add tomatoes, broth, seasoning, salt, pepper; simmer 10 minutes.
- Combine sauce with pasta in baking dish.
- Top with cheese.
- Bake 25‑30 minutes until bubbly.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor
- add a pinch of smoked paprika. Use gluten‑free pasta if needed. Leftovers reheat well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Beef Lombardi Casserole, easy beef casserole, Italian beef bake, family dinner recipes, oven baked pasta, comfort food casserole, quick weeknight meals, cheesy beef bake, stovetop to oven casserole