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Paula Deen Lots Of Meat Lasagna Recipe

Paula Deen Lots Of Meat Lasagna Recipe

The Paula Deen Lots Of Meat Lasagna Recipe is rich, hearty and full of flavor. It is perfect for meat lovers.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 8
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground sausage
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions
 

Boil the Noodles

  • Boil lasagna noodles in salted water until soft. Drain and set aside. Add a little oil to prevent sticking.

Cook the Meat

  • Heat olive oil in a pan. Add onions and garlic. Cook until soft. Add beef and sausage. Cook until browned fully.

Add the Sauce

  • Pour marinara sauce into cooked meat. Mix well. Add salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 15 minutes.

Prepare Cheese Mixture

  • In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, eggs and half of parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy texture forms.

Preheat the Oven

  • Set your oven to 180°C (350°F). Let it heat while you prepare the lasagna layers.

Start Layering

  • Spread some meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Add noodles. Then spread ricotta mixture evenly on top.

Add Cheese and Sauce

  • Add mozzarella cheese layer. Then spread more meat sauce. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used properly.

Finish the Top Layer

  • Top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese. This will give a golden and cheesy crust after baking.

Bake the Lasagna

  • Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake 15 minutes more until cheese is bubbly.

Rest Before Serving

  • Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before cutting. This helps layers stay firm and easy to serve.

Notes

  • Use a mix of beef, sausage, and ground turkey for different flavors
  • Add chopped spinach for a healthier version
  • Use fresh herbs for better taste
  • Do not overcook noodles
  • Let lasagna rest before slicing
  • Add red chili flakes for a spicy version
  • Use cottage cheese instead of ricotta if needed
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