Best 2 Better Than Ever Cheesy Meat Lasagna Recipes
Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is made with layers of pasta, cheese, and meat sauce. The best lasagna recipes are the ones that are made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and cooked to perfection. In this article, we will share a recipe for a "better than ever cheesy meat lasagna" that is sure to impress your family and friends. This lasagna is made with a homemade meat sauce, three types of cheese, and fresh pasta sheets. It is baked until golden brown and bubbly, and then served with a side of garlic bread.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
BETTER-THAN-EVER CHEESY MEAT LASAGNA
My husbands favorite lasagna! He likes it because of the lack of ricotta cheese. This recipe uses cottage cheese instead. This is a low fat recipe from kraftfoods.com
Provided by AprilRMullins
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h40m
Yield 9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- PREHEAT oven to 375°F Brown meat with garlic and oregano in medium saucepan. Stir in spaghetti sauce; simmer 5 min., stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in tomatoes.
- MIX egg, cottage cheese and Parmesan cheese. Spread 1/2 cup of the spaghetti sauce mixture onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish. Top with layers of 3 noodles, 1 cup of the cottage cheese mixture, 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese and 1 cup of the remaining spaghetti sauce mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining 3 noodles and remaining spaghetti sauce mixture. Cover with foil.
- BAKE 30 minute or until heated through. Uncover; top with remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 5 minute or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minute before serving.
BETTER-THAN-EVER CHEESY MEAT LASAGNA
Steps:
- PREHEAT oven to 375°F. Brown meat with garlic and oregano in medium saucepan. Stir in spaghetti sauce; simmer 5 min., stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in tomatoes. MIX egg, cottage cheese and Parmesan cheese. Spread 1/2 cup of the spaghetti sauce mixture onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish. Top with layers of 3 noodles, 1 cup of the cottage cheese mixture, 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese and 1 cup of the remaining spaghetti sauce mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining 3 noodles and remaining spaghetti sauce mixture. Cover with foil. BAKE 30 min. or until heated through. Uncover; top with remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 5 min. or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 min. before serving.
Tips:
- Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor. A blend of mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan is a classic choice.
- Don't overcook the lasagna noodles. They should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Make sure the sauce is thick and flavorful. A good sauce will help to hold the lasagna together and keep it moist.
- Layer the lasagna in a 9x13 inch baking dish. This will ensure that the lasagna cooks evenly.
- Bake the lasagna for at least 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will help the lasagna to set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Cheesy meat lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a lasagna that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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