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Baked Meat Lasagna With Ricotta Layers

Baked Meat Lasagna With Ricotta Layers

A delightful Baked Meat Lasagna With Ricotta Layers, perfect for family gatherings and comforting weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef substitute with ground turkey for lighter option
  • 0.5 pound Italian Sausage can swap with other pork products or omit for vegetarian version
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce thick and robust, homemade or canned
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil any cooking oil can be substituted
  • to taste Seasonings (Salt, Pepper, Italian Herbs) adjust to personal taste
For the Ricotta Layer
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese cottage cheese blended for smoothness can serve as substitute
  • 1 large Egg binds the ricotta mixture
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated is preferred
For the Lasagna Assembly
  • 9 sheets Lasagna Noodles no-boil noodles save time
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese part-skim for a lighter option

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, pour in olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage, browning for about 7-10 minutes. Stir frequently until no pink remains and season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
  3. Stir in your tomato sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer and reduce for 10-15 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan, and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined.
  5. In a baking dish, spoon a layer of the meat sauce at the bottom. Layer noodles on top, then dollop ricotta mixture. Repeat with meat sauce, noodles, and ricotta until all ingredients are used.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the final layer of meat sauce.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Then remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
  8. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your ricotta mixture is gently combined to maintain lightness and let the lasagna rest after baking for perfect slicing.

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