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B G's Meaty Lasagna Recipe

This legendary lasagna recipe, perfected after countless trials, delivers a meat-lover's paradise! Developed for two discerning brothers who demand maximum meat in their lasagna, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Forget the spinach – this is pure, unadulterated meaty deliciousness. Get ready to experience lasagna like never before!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 347.8 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for B G's Meaty Lasagna

  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 6 ounces tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 15 ounces cream style cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 9-12 lasagna noodles
  • 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

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How to Make B G's Meaty Lasagna

  1. Saute 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 green bell pepper, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, in 2 tablespoons olive oil until softened.
  2. Add 2 stalks celery, finely chopped, during the last minute of sauteing.
  3. Add 1.5 lbs ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  4. Brown the beef thoroughly. If using extra lean ground beef, there's no need to drain excess fat.
  5. Stir in 28 ounces (2 28-oz cans) crushed tomatoes, 6 ounces (1 6-oz can) tomato paste, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1/2 cup water.
  6. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 15 ounces (approximately 1 cup) ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  8. In another bowl, lightly beat 1 large egg and toss with 9-12 lasagna noodles, enough to cover the bottom of your pan.
  9. Assemble the lasagna in a 9x13 inch baking dish: Layer half of the meat sauce, half of the noodles, the entire cheese mixture, the remaining noodles, and the remaining meat sauce.
  10. Bake, uncovered, in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 45 minutes.
  11. Top with 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese.
  12. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the lasagna is heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

32g

Carbs

9g

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