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Pioneer Woman Lasagna

Pioneer Woman Lasagna: A Cozy Family Favorite to Savor

Pioneer Woman Lasagna is a classic comfort food that's easy to prepare and loved by many.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter dish.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Use mild or spicy depending on your heat preference.
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) Adds sweetness and depth to the sauce.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Infuses the sauce with aromatic flavor.
  • 56 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Forms the base of the sauce.
  • 12 ounces Tomato Paste Thickens the sauce while deepening tomato flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Balances acidity of the tomatoes.
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Basil Consider using fresh basil for brighter flavor.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential seasonings to enhance flavors.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Mix with an egg for binding.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 4 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded) Offers a melty, gooey texture.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) Adds nuttiness and depth of flavor.
For the Lasagna
  • 12 pieces Lasagna Noodles (cooked) Gluten-free options can be used.
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Optional, for garnishing.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, about 8–10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in the skillet until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, dried basil, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, mozzarella, and Parmesan; mix until smooth.
  6. Layer a portion of the meat sauce in a baking dish, followed by lasagna noodles and cheese mixture, repeating until ingredients are used.
  7. Top with remaining meat sauce and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan. Cover with aluminum foil.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Assemble in advance and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3 days or frozen for 3 months.

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