Monday, December 24, 2007

Lasagne

1 pound ground beef
3/4 c chopped onion
2 T salad or olive oil

In large pan, lightly brown beef and onion in oil.

1 can (1 lb) tomatoes
2 cans ( 6 oz each) tomato paste
2 cups water
1 T chopped parsley
2 t salt
1 t sugar
1 t garlic powder
½ t pepper
½ t oregano leaves

Add tomatoes (put thru blender), paste, water,
parsley, salt, sugar, garlic powder, pepper, and oregano
- simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.

Meanwhile cook lasagne (½ package/8 ounces) as directed.

1 pound ricotta cheese
8 oz Mozz cheese, shredded
1 cup grated Parmesian cheese

In 13x9x2 baking pan, spread about 1 cup sauce.

Then alternate layers ...
lasagne, sauce, ricotta, Mozzarella and Parmesian,
lasagne, sauce, ricotta, Mozzarella and Parmesian,

ending with ...
lasagne, sauce, Mozzarella cheese and Parmesian.

That's 15 layers - same as a Spaghetti Warehouse!!!

At this point you can wait till next day to actually bake.



Bake at 350 for 40 to 50 minutes until lightly browned and bubbling.
Allow to stand for 15 minutes, cut into squares.
Makes 8 servings.

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