Description
Beef & Veggie Lasagna is a delightful dish that harmoniously layers savory ground beef, fresh vegetables, and creamy cheeses between tender pasta sheets, all topped with a luscious mozzarella crust. This comforting classic not only satisfies your cravings but also brings warmth and joy to family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With its rich flavors and hearty ingredients, it’s the perfect way to create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium zucchini, finely chopped
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat and add minced garlic; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in zucchini and mushrooms; cook for 5 minutes until tender.
- Add marinara sauce and simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture (seasoned with herbs), and repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 175g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg