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Irresistible Kitchen Lasagna

Irresistible Kitchen Lasagna: Comfort Food Everyone Loves

Irresistible Kitchen Lasagna is a comforting dish that brings families together, featuring layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 medium Diced Onion or shallots for a milder flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder if needed
  • 3 cups Marinara Sauce homemade for a personal touch
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste fresh tomatoes are a good alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning substitute with fresh basil if preferred
For the Cheesy Layers
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese or cottage cheese for a lighter option
  • 3 cups Shredded Mozzarella or plant-based cheese for vegan option
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for a vegan substitute
For the Pasta Structure
  • 12 pieces Lasagna Noodles gluten-free noodles if needed

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook 1 pound of ground beef with 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves over medium heat until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Stir in 3 cups of marinara sauce and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Let it simmer on low for 5-10 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix 15 ounces of ricotta cheese with half of the Parmesan cheese and salt/pepper to taste.
  5. Layer in the baking dish with meat sauce, lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat layers finishing with meat sauce and cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
  7. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cook noodles al dente to avoid sogginess, strategically layer to prevent sticking, and let the lasagna rest before serving for better presentation.

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