Description
Beef Lombardi Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines layers of savory ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a rich marinara sauce, all topped with gooey melted cheese. This hearty dish can be prepared quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleaser at potlucks. With its golden-brown crust and bubbling cheese, every bite feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook elbow macaroni until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 4 minutes).
- Add ground beef; cook until browned (6-8 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in marinara sauce and cooked macaroni; mix well.
- Layer half of the mixture in the baking dish, sprinkle with half of the cheese, add remaining mixture, then top with more cheese.
- Bake uncovered for about 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg