Easy Lasagna Dinner (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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6 slices mozzarella (fresh)
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 cup Parmesan (grated)
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
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1 cup mozzarella (shredded)
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1 teaspoon salt
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Chopped parsley for topping
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1 cup ricotta or cottage cheese
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1 (8-ounce) box oven-ready lasagna sheets
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2 teaspoons Italian herb mix
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2 tablespoons cooking oil
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 (6-ounce) cans tomato concentrate
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2 (14-ounce) cans diced tomatoes
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1 pound beef (ground)
# Instructions:
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Heat oil and cook the beef until browned. Remove excess fat. Stir in seasonings, tomatoes, and paste. Simmer for a few minutes.
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Coat a baking pan lightly with oil. Alternate layers of noodles, sauce, and different cheeses, finishing with mozzarella rounds.
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Bake covered at 350°F for 35-45 mins, then uncovered for another 10 mins to get golden cheese.
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Set aside for 10 mins before cutting. Sprinkle parsley over the top for a fresh finish if you'd like.
# Notes:
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Switch ricotta with cottage cheese if preferred
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Lasagna sheets don't need pre-boiling
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Let it cool down so it's easier to slice