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Pioneer Woman Lasagna: A Comfort Food Classic Recipe

Pioneer Woman Lasagna: Comfort Food Made Easy Tonight

Pioneer Woman Lasagna is a comforting classic that's perfect for family dinners and gatherings, featuring layers of meat sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Use mild or spicy based on preference.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions preferred.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic provides the best flavor.
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Use fresh tomatoes if in season.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can be omitted if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can be omitted for a sugar-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can also be used.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese.
  • 1 large Egg Omit for vegan version.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese A blend with gouda can enhance flavor.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is an acceptable substitute.
For the Lasagna Structure
  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles Consider gluten-free noodles or sliced zucchini.
For Presentation
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add diced onions and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, 2 cups mozzarella, and half the Parmesan. Mix well.
  6. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a baking dish, layer noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat until ingredients are used up.
  7. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan over the top layer of meat sauce.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then uncover and bake for another 25 minutes until cheese is golden.
  9. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This lasagna freezes well. Prepare ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze for convenient meals.

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