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Parmesan Garlic Beef Lasagna

Indulgent Parmesan Garlic Beef Lasagna Your Family Will Love

This Parmesan Garlic Beef Lasagna is a comforting dish packed with flavor, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil can be substituted with canola or avocado oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion chopped; can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is best
  • 1 pound Ground Beef 80/20 blend recommended
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage sweet or spicy, based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes San Marzano is recommended
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Dry Red Wine optional; can substitute with beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped; can substitute with basil
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese cottage cheese is a lower-calorie alternative
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can be substituted
  • 1 large Egg beaten; flaxseed meal can be a vegan alternative
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter vegan butter can be a dairy-free substitute
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour gluten-free options available
  • 2 cups Whole Milk plant-based milk can be used for dairy-free
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or provolone for a twist

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion for 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  2. Add ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Brown meat for 8-10 minutes, then drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine ricotta, grated Parmesan, beaten egg, and parsley. Season and mix until smooth.
  5. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to create a roux, then add milk gradually. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, béchamel, and mozzarella in a baking dish.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, follow the tips provided for perfect layering, resting time, and preventing a watery sauce.

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