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Meat Lasagna

Meat Lasagna: Comfort Food That's Worth the Wait

This Meat Lasagna is a comforting dish with layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 9 pieces dry lasagna noodles
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning beef
  • 1 pound ground beef main protein
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped sweet and savory base
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced adds depth
  • 3 cups tomato sauce rich and tangy
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste intensifies flavor
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped adds freshness
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese adds creaminess
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded melts beautifully
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated adds nutty flavor
  • 1 piece egg, beaten binds cheese mixture
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped for freshness in cheese layer

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Noodle Preparation
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add the noodles, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool.
Meat Sauce Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook until beef is browned and onions are softened.
  2. Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt, and parsley. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
Cheese Mixture Preparation
  1. Combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, beaten egg, and parsley in a mixing bowl until smooth.
Baking Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Layer meat sauce, noodles, and cheese mixture in a baking dish until all ingredients are used.
  3. Finish with a layer of meat sauce topped with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden.
Serving
  1. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure noodles are not overcooked and allow resting time for best results. Consider mixing different cheeses for a unique twist.

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