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Beef Lombardi Casserole: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 8 ounces elbow macaroni
– 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Creating Beef Lombardi Casserole is quite simple when you follow these steps:

1. Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Once browned, stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Season the Beef: Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the beef mixture. Stir well to combine.
4. Combine with Marinara: Pour in the marinara sauce and simmer for a few minutes. Make sure the mixture is evenly heated.
5. Mix with Pasta: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the beef mixture. Fold in ricotta cheese and half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses until evenly distributed.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the mixture evenly into a greased casserole dish.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses on top.
8. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
9. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

These steps will guide you to make an incredible Beef Lombardi Casserole that everyone will enjoy!

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