Baked Meatball Lasagna

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12
Delicious Baked Meatball Lasagna Recipe for Your Dinner
in Lasagna

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr 15 min

Ready In

1 hr 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb ground beef
1/4 lb ground veal
2 tablespoons onions , chopped
1 garlic clove , crushed
2 tablespoons parsley , chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese , grated
1 egg
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , crushed
28 ounces whole tomatoes , undrained
12 ounces tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 lb lasagna noodle
1 lb mozzarella cheese , diced
1 lb ricotta cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
610
Sugar
8g
Fat
39g
Baked meatball lasagna is a classic Italian-American dish that combines the classic flavors of meatballs and lasagna in a delicious casserole. Perfect for a cozy night at home or a potluck with friends, this hearty dish is sure to please. The layers of lasagna noodles, meatballs, and creamy ricotta cheese are covered in a rich tomato sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. This recipe takes only a little bit of effort but the taste is definitely worth it.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Mix together the ground beef, ground veal, chopped onions, garlic clove, parsley, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Add in the egg and mix well.
3.Form the mixture into small meatballs using your hands.
4.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add chopped onions and garlic clove to the skillet. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
5.Add in whole tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Stir well.
6.Add the meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 30 minutes until the sauce is thick and the meatballs are cooked through.
7.Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cool water.
8.In a large baking dish, layer the lasagna noodles, meatballs, diced mozzarella cheese, and ricotta cheese. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up.
9.Sprinkle the top layer with grated Parmesan cheese.
10.Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
11.Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

The meatballs add a delicious flavor and texture to the lasagna.

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for a few days and reheated easily.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be the best choice for those watching their cholesterol levels.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest, it does provide a good dose of protein from the meatballs and calcium from the cheese.
The tomatoes in the sauce are high in lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain cancers.

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