Best 9 Garden Style Beef Lasagna Recipes

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Garden style beef lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion. This dish is made with layers of lasagna noodles, a flavorful beef sauce, fresh vegetables, and a creamy ricotta cheese mixture. The combination of flavors and textures in this lasagna is sure to please everyone at the table. The best part about this lasagna is that it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights or potlucks.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GARDEN-FRESH LASAGNA



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Cook lasagna on the stove-top and have it ready for your hungry family in just 30 minutes, with the help of Hamburger Helper® dinner mix!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
2 1/2 cups hot water
1/2 cup milk
1 box Hamburger Helper™ lasagna
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 small tomato, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small zucchini, thinly sliced (1 cup)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in hot water, milk, uncooked pasta and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper box), oregano and garlic powder. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato, bell pepper, zucchini and cheese. Cover; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; uncover (sauce will thicken as it stands). Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GARDEN-STYLE BEEF LASAGNA



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Everyone who has tried this fabulous lasagna dish absolutely loves it; rants and raves over it; and asks me for the recipe. People are always surprised that it can be prepared entirely in the microwave. For a change of pace, I like to add a layer of sliced zucchinis. -Micaela Miller, Corinth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1-1/2 cups garden-style pasta sauce
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 large egg
1 teaspoon dried basil
6 no-cook lasagna noodles
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Crumble beef into a microwave-safe dish. Add onion and garlic; mix well. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes; stir. Cook 2-3 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the pasta sauce, tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon parsley and oregano; cover and microwave for 2 minutes or until heated through. Set aside. , In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, egg, basil and remaining parsley. Spread 1-1/3 cups meat sauce in a greased microwave-safe 11x7-in. baking dish. , Layer with 3 noodles, 1 cup cheese mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining meat sauce., Cover loosely and microwave at 50% power for 15-18 minutes or until noodles are tender. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses., Microwave, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

BEEF LASAGNA



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This is pretty much how lasagna gets made in Australia, usually no cottage cheese or ricotta. I have been making it this way for over 30 years, but can't find a similar recipe on here yet. I find it easier to make the beef sauce the day before, and reheat it a little, but I like to use the cheese sauce hot and freshly made. This mix fills a tray 12x8x3 for me, and I find it easier to cut through the top layer with kitchen scissors before taking to it with a knife to cut into serving portions.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Meat

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, finely diced
2 slices bacon, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
600 g beef mince, leanest you can buy
1 (140 g) can tomato paste
1/2 cup red wine
1 (440 g) can chopped tomatoes, and their juice
2 cups beef broth
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pinch mixed pumpkin spice or 1 pinch freshly ground nutmeg
50 g butter
50 g flour
600 ml milk
50 g shredded parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
1 (250 g) packet instant lasagna sheets (12)
50 g shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Meat Sauce: Heat the oil in a large fry pan over a medium heat.
  • Add the onion and bacon and cook until the onion is golden and tender.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook a couple of minutes more.
  • Add the mince and cook, breaking up with a fork, until the meat has all changed colour.
  • Now add the tomato paste and "cook it out" for another minute or two before adding the wine.
  • Allow the wine to reduce a little, before adding the remaining sauce ingredients.
  • Simmer until reduced and thickened and a deep rich red/ brown.
  • *You could call this"cooked" in 30 minutes, but I like to let it simmer about 2 hours, stirring regularly to make sure it's not catching.
  • Add a little more broth or water if it looks like doing so.
  • Cheese Sauce:.
  • Melt the butter, add the flour and stir well.
  • Allow to cook gently for about 2 minutes, then add the milk all in one go, and whisk briskly until heated and thickened.
  • Allow to cook a couple of minutes more on a simmer.
  • Add the cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Assembly of the lasagna:.
  • Spread a little of the beef sauce across the bottom of your pan.
  • Cover with a layer of beef sauce and drizzle about half a cup of cheese sauce over this-no need to be too particular.
  • Cover with a layer of lasagna sheets.
  • Repeat the beef sauce and cheese sauce two more times, then a final layer of sheets.
  • Spread the remaining cheese sauce (there should be about 1 cup) over the last layer of sheets, and sprinkle with the shredded parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in a moderate oven for about 1 hour.
  • Allow to stand about 15 minutes before cutting into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 563.8, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 89.2, Sodium 706, Carbohydrate 40, Fiber 3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 27.3

BETTER BEEF LASAGNA



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces whole-wheat lasagna noodles (15 noodles)
8 ounces lean ground beef (90 percent lean or higher)
2 teaspoons olive oil
8 ounces portobello mushrooms, diced (about 3 large mushroom caps)
4 cups good quality store-bought marinara sauce
1 (15 ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch ground nutmeg
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
3 ounces grated part-skim mozzarella cheese (about 2/3 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook the noodles al dente according to the directions on the package. Drain them well then lay out on waxed paper to prevent them from sticking to each other.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks, about 3 minutes. Transfer the meat to a plate, discarding any fat remaining in the pan.
  • Add the oil to the same pan and heat over a medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has evaporated and they begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Return the meat to the pan. Stir in 2 cups of the tomato sauce and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl combine the ricotta cheese, spinach, egg, the salt, the pepper and nutmeg.
  • Spread 1 cup of tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9 by 13 inch baking dish. Place a layer of lasagna noodles on top, touching but not overlapping. Spread half of the ricotta mixture on top of the noodles. Add another layer of noodles. Top with half the beef-mushroom mixture. Repeat with another layer of noodles, then remaining cheese mixture, more noodles, then remaining beef mixture and finally 1 more layer of noodles. Top the final layer of noodles with the remaining sauce, then sprinkle with the grated cheeses. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for 15 minutes more.
  • Excellent source of: Protein, Fiber, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Zinc
  • Good source of: Folate, Copper, Magnesium

BAREFOOT CONTESSA'S LASAGNA



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Make and share this Barefoot Contessa's Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cookinginmarin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 1 Lasagna, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs hot Italian sausage, casings removed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 lb lasagna noodle
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3 -4 ounces creamy goat cheese, crumbled
1 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus 1/4 cup for sprinkling
1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten
1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large (10 to 12-inch) skillet. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the sausage and cook over medium-low heat, breaking it up with a fork, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, the basil, 1½ teaspoons of the salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat, for 25-30 minutes, until thickened and tomatoes have reached desired taste.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large bowl with the hottest tap water. Add the noodles and allow them to sit in the water for 20 minutes. Drain.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, goat cheese, 1 cup of Parmesan, the egg, the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley, remaining ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Set aside.
  • Ladle 1/3 of the sauce into a 9 by 12 by 2-inch rectangular baking dish, spreading the sauce over the bottom of the dish. Then add the layers as follows: half the pasta, half the mozzarella, half the ricotta, and one 1/3 of the sauce. Add the rest of the pasta, mozzarella, ricotta, and finally, sauce. Sprinkle with ¼ cup of Parmesan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling.

CLASSIC AND SIMPLE MEAT LASAGNA



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Whole wheat noodles and lean ground beef make this tasty favorite a little lighter.

Provided by ccb1122

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 whole wheat lasagna noodles
1 pound lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic, chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
2 eggs
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 ½ (25 ounce) jars tomato-basil pasta sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, add the lasagna noodles a few at a time, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Remove the noodles to a plate.
  • Place the ground beef into a skillet over medium heat, add the garlic, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook the meat, chopping it into small chunks as it cooks, until no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  • In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, eggs, and Parmesan cheese until thoroughly combined.
  • Place 4 noodles side by side into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan; top with a layer of the tomato-basil sauce, a layer of ground beef mixture, and a layer of the cottage cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice more, ending with a layer of sauce; sprinkle top with the mozzarella cheese. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese has melted, about 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake until cheese has begun to brown, about 10 more minutes. Allow to stand at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 114.5 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 999 mg, Sugar 12.4 g

GARDEN VEGGIE LASAGNA



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Stroll the farmers market and you'll find veggies and cheeses you might not know what to do with. Why not pull them together in one harmonious bunch and make this go-to lasagna when you crave a twist on an Italian favorite? -Samantha Neal, Morgantown, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 27

2 medium zucchini, sliced diagonally 1/4-in. thick
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 large carrots, julienned
2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
SAUCE:
2 cups finely chopped baby portobello mushrooms
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
FILLING:
1-1/4 cups ricotta cheese
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons dried basil
ASSEMBLY:
12 no-cook lasagna noodles
3 cups shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place first nine ingredients in a large bowl; toss to coat. Arrange on two greased 15x10x1-in baking pans. Bake 10-15 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Reduce oven to 350°., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute mushrooms, onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in remaining sauce ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally., In a large bowl, combine the filling ingredients. Spread 1 cup sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer a third of the noodles, a third of the ricotta cheese mixture, half of the vegetables, a third of the remaining sauce and a third of the cheese blend; repeat. Top with remaining noodles, ricotta mixture, sauce and cheese blend., Cover and bake 35-40 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 777mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

THE BEST LAYERED LASAGNA RECIPE BY TASTY



The Best Layered Lasagna Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, butter, onion, large carrot, celery stalk, ground beef, ground pork, salt, pepper, can of tomato paste, red wine, diced tomato, ricotta cheese, fresh basil, shredded parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, egg, salt, pepper, lasagna noodle, shredded mozzarella cheese

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Lunch

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, minced
½ cup large carrot, peeled and minced
½ cup celery stalk, minced
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup can of tomato paste
2 cups red wine
4 cups diced tomato
15 oz ricotta cheese
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus more to taste
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 egg
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 lb lasagna noodle, cooked
shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Add the olive oil and butter to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once warmed, add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Once the vegetables have caramelized, add the beef, pork, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Stir to combine, breaking up the pieces of meat, until the meat has browned, 15-20 minutes.
  • Once the sauce is dark brown and starting to stick slightly to the bottom of the pan, add the red wine. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release all the cooked brown bits. Once the wine comes to a simmer, add the diced canned tomatoes, and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for at least 30 minutes (the longer the better!) stirring occasionally.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, basil, Parmesan, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper.
  • In a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) glass baking dish, add a layer of bolognese to the bottom. Top with noodles, then spread a layer of the ricotta mixture on top. Repeat with another layer of bolognese, noodles, ricotta, noodles, bolognese, then top with mozzarella and additional Parmesan. Cover the pan with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until the cheese on top has browned and the bolognese is bubbling. Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 6 grams

HUNT'S® CLASSIC BEEF LASAGNA



Hunt's® Classic Beef Lasagna image

Hearty lasagna recipe with a ground beef meat sauce and three cheeses layered with uncooked lasagna noodles to save some work.

Provided by Hunt's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hunt's

Time 1h58m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 17

PAM® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
1 ½ cups part-skim ricotta cheese
⅓ cup water, divided
3 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
1 ½ pounds ground chuck beef (80% lean)
¾ cup chopped yellow onion
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Hunt's® Petite Diced Tomatoes, undrained
2 ½ cups Hunt's® Tomato Sauce
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
9 dry lasagna noodles, uncooked
2 ½ cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons water, parsley, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and onion; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, Italian seasoning, and salt. Cook 7 minutes or until beef is crumbled and no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more or until fragrant. Drain.
  • Add remaining water, undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Reduce heat and simmer meat sauce 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Assemble lasagna by spreading about 1 cup meat sauce over bottom of the baking dish. Place 3 dry noodles over sauce. Top with 2 cups meat sauce, half of the ricotta mixture, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers, ending with a layer of noodles. Top with remaining meat sauce and remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Spray underside of aluminum foil with cooking spray; cover dish tightly with foil. Bake 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake 15 minutes more or until cheese melts and sauce is bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 69.7 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 953.1 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to make quick work of chopping the vegetables.
  • Brown the beef in batches to prevent it from steaming.
  • Use a large pot to cook the sauce so that it has plenty of room to bubble and thicken.
  • Don't overcook the lasagna noodles, or they will become mushy.
  • Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before serving so that it has time to set.

Conclusion:

This Garden-Style Beef Lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family dinner. It is made with fresh vegetables, ground beef, and a creamy cheese sauce. The lasagna is then baked until it is golden brown and bubbly. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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