Rita S Lasagna Recipe

Ingredients for Rita S Lasagna

• Veggie Crumbles
• Garlic Clove
• Tomato Paste
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
• Onion
• Parsley Flakes
• Basil
• Thyme
• Oregano
• Mild Salsa
• Fat Free Cottage Cheese
• Mozzarella Cheese
• Lasagna Noodles
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, for topping

How to Make Rita S Lasagna

1. Brown ground beef (or vegetarian crumbles) and minced garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
2. Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, pasta sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 20 minutes, covered.
4. If using regular lasagna noodles, cook according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and set aside.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper.
7. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. Layer with lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of ricotta mixture and then a layer of meat sauce. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
9. Top with remaining parmesan cheese.
10. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
11. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is golden brown.