Build flavour first
Let the pan become properly hot before adding the beef, then avoid overcrowding so it browns instead of steaming.
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Hearty Beef and Mushroom Lasagna
A classic comfort food, this hearty lasagna features layers of rich beef and mushroom ragu, creamy ricotta, and tender pasta, all baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a family meal or special occasion.
Total time75 min
Calories638 kcal
Protein51g
Serves4
Step by step
Method
- 01
Prepare Meat Sauce: In a large pan, brown the minced beef. Drain excess fat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, grated carrots, and sliced mushrooms. Cook until vegetables are tender. Stir in tomato sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- 02
Prepare Ricotta Mixture: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- 03
Assemble Lasagna: Preheat oven to 180°C. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce at the bottom of a baking dish. Layer with lasagna sheets, then ricotta mixture, then meat sauce, and sprinkle with grated cheese. Repeat layers, ending with a layer of meat sauce and a generous amount of grated cheese.
- 04
Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
Useful, not complicated
Gabriela's tips
Small changes that make this recipe easier to fit into real life.
Save the cooking water
Reserve a mug of starchy cooking water before draining; a splash helps the sauce cling and keeps the finished dish silky.
Useful for tomorrow
Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in a sealed container; add a splash of water when reheating to bring the texture back.
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