Hearty Lasagna

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Servings: 9 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Layers of rich meat sauce, creamy cheeses, and tender noodles baked to golden perfection
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This classic lasagna is the ultimate comfort food, featuring layers of tender pasta sheets, a robust homemade meat sauce, and a luscious blend of ricotta, cottage, and provolone cheeses. The savory ground beef simmers with aromatic herbs and tomatoes, creating a deep, hearty flavor profile that warms the soul. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or meal-prepping for the week ahead, this dish delivers satisfying portions with every slice. The cheese mixture adds a creamy texture that balances the richness of the sauce, while the final bake ensures a bubbly, golden crust. It’s a timeless favorite that brings everyone together around the table.

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Hearty Lasagna

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 9 Calories: 175.4

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This classic lasagna is the ultimate comfort food, featuring layers of tender pasta sheets, a robust homemade meat sauce, and a luscious blend of ricotta, cottage, and provolone cheeses. The savory ground beef simmers with aromatic herbs and tomatoes, creating a deep, hearty flavor profile that warms the soul. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or meal-prepping for the week ahead, this dish delivers satisfying portions with every slice. The cheese mixture adds a creamy texture that balances the richness of the sauce, while the final bake ensures a bubbly, golden crust. It&# 226;ÂÂs a timeless favorite that brings everyone together around the table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Brown the ground round in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring to crumble, then drain and set aside.
  2. Wipe the pan clean, coat with cooking spray, and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Return the meat to the pan and add whole tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, basil, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of parsley.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
  5. Uncover and continue simmering for another 20 minutes to thicken the sauce, then remove from heat.
  6. In a bowl, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, and beaten egg white; stir well and set aside.
  7. Spread 3/4 cup of the tomato mixture in the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  8. Layer 4 cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the cheese mixture, 2 1/4 cups of tomato sauce, and 2/3 cup of shredded provolone.
  9. Repeat the layers (noodles, cheese, sauce, provolone) until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of noodles topped with the remaining tomato sauce.
  10. Cover the dish and bake at 350ðF (175ðC) for 1 hour.
  11. Uncover, sprinkle with the remaining provolone cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  12. Let the lasagna stand for 10 minutes before slicing to allow it to set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 9

Amount Per Serving
Calories 175.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.1g18%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 68.1mg23%
Sodium 56.2mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 17.9g36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Garnish with fresh oregano sprigs if desired and serve warm.

Allowing the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes after baking helps it set, making it easier to slice and serve neat portions.

Keywords: lasagna, italian, ground beef, cheese, tomato sauce, comfort food, baked pasta, family dinner, ricotta, provolone, cottage cheese, meat sauce, herbs, garlic, onion, oregano, basil, layered, oven-baked, hearty
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