Restaurant Style Lasagna

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Restaurant Style Lasagna recipe for a hearty meal
in Pasta

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

9 lasagna noodles
2 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese , shredded
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs , beaten
1/2 pound lean ground beef
2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons white sugar
salt and pepper to taste
3 cans tomato sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
551
Sugar
11g
Fat
31g
Restaurant style Lasagna is a cheesy and meaty baked pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner with family or friends. The layers of tender lasagna noodles, spicy beef and tangy tomato sauce, and creamy ricotta cheese create a perfect meal that will leave everyone's stomachs happy and satisfied. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a great choice for entertaining. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just need a comforting meal, Restaurant Style Lasagna is sure to please.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, beaten eggs, and salt and pepper to taste.
4.In a large skillet, cook ground beef, oregano, basil, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper over medium heat until browned. Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
5.In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce. Arrange 3 cooked lasagna noodles on top. Spread a layer of the cheese mixture. Repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with a layer of meat sauce on top. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
6.Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is hearty, delicious, and perfect for a cold winter night.

It is a crowd-pleaser and feeds a large group of people.

It can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.

CONS

Lasagna can be high in calories, fat, and sodium, especially if made with beef and lots of cheese.

It can take some time to prepare and assemble the layers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomato sauce is high in vitamin C and lycopene, which are antioxidants that help protect against cancer and heart disease.
Ricotta cheese is lower in fat and calories than many other cheeses, and is a good source of calcium and protein.

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