Lasagna Bolognese With Pesto Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Drain any excess fat.
• STEP 2.Add the garlic, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Simmer for 20 minutes.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, and Parmesan cheese.
• STEP 4.Spread a thin layer of Bolognese sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Top with a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of ricotta mixture and a layer of pesto. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of Bolognese sauce.
• STEP 5.Cover the lasagna with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375掳F for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 6.Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Tips

• You can use ground turkey or a combination of ground beef and ground pork for the Bolognese sauce.
• Feel free to add vegetables, such as diced carrots or bell peppers, to the Bolognese sauce for added flavor and nutrition.
• You can make the pesto from scratch or use store-bought pesto for convenience.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover lasagna can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, cover the lasagna with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350掳F for about 20 minutes, or until heated through.
• Serve the lasagna with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.