Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable lasagna that tantalizes taste buds with its rich, savory flavors. This classic Italian dish, elevated with the addition of zesty pepperoni, promises a symphony of textures and a flavor profile that will leave you craving more. With three variations to choose from—classic lasagna, white lasagna, and vegetable lasagna—this recipe caters to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Each variation offers a unique twist on the traditional lasagna, ensuring there's something for everyone to savor. From the classic combination of ground beef, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella to the creamy indulgence of white sauce and the vibrant freshness of vegetables, these lasagna recipes are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.
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EASY LASAGNA II
My family loves lasagna, but sometimes I lack the time for the long version. This is easy and satisfies everyone. Try it tonight!
Provided by Joanie Heger
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat brown the ground beef. Drain the grease. Add spaghetti sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, 2 cups of the mozzarella cheese, eggs, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, salt and ground black pepper.
- To assemble, in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish evenly spread 3/4 cup of the sauce mixture. Cover with 3 uncooked lasagna noodles, 1 3/4 cup of the cheese mixture, and 1/4 cup sauce. Repeat layers once more: top with 3 noodles, remaining sauce, remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Add 1/2 cup water to the edges of the pan. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in a preheated 350 degree F(175 degrees C) oven for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 870.3 mg, Sugar 7.8 g
PEPPERONI LASAGNA
I've served this satisfying lasagna for years - when our children were small, they preferred it more than a steak dinner! Now my grandchildren request that I bring a pan along when I visit...and, of course, I do. -Barbara McIntosh, Midland, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the water, tomato sauce, tomato paste, bouillon and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine the eggs, cottage cheese and sour cream. Spread 1/2 cup meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with four noodles, the cottage cheese mixture and pepperoni. Top with remaining noodles and meat sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. , Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
BLAZY'S PEPPERONI STUDDED LASAGNA
Guy Fieri beefs up this Italian favorite with the works: homemade tomato sauce, spicy pepperoni and Italian sausage. The garlic in his fresh tomato sauce is browned and caramelized, giving it a sweet, roasted taste. The flavor more than makes up for the effort, plus you can assemble the whole thing in advance and freeze it.
Provided by Guy Fieri
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Boil 6 quarts of water, add a pinch of salt and cook the pasta to almost done, about 7 minutes. Remove from the water and shock in an ice bath.
- In a medium saucepan, add the pepperoni and saute over medium heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain on a paper towel.
- In a 10- by 14- by 3-inch baking pan or dish, pour 1 cup of the Tomato Sauce in the bottom and around the sides. Layer lasagna sheets on the bottom of the pan, overlapping by 1/2 inch. Add one-third of the ricotta and one-quarter of the mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni and Parmesan. Spoon 1 cup of tomato sauce over the top. Repeat this two more times.
- On the top sheet, finish with the remaining cup of tomato sauce, mozzarella, sausage and pepperoni and dust with Parmesan. Bake until the cheese bubbles around the edges and the top is melted and light golden brown, about 45 minutes. If baking the dish from the freezer, add 15 to 20 minutes to the cook time, or until it's bubbly. Cover loosely with foil if it's browning too quickly. Remove from the oven; let sit for 15 minutes. Cut and serve immediately with more sauce, if desired.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil. Add the onions and cook over medium to low heat until transparent, about 20 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until almost brown, about 10 minutes. Then, add the tomatoes and cook for 30 minutes over low to medium heat. Add the basil and oregano and continue to cook for another 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, cool and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
EASY LASAGNA WITH PEPPERONI
Pepperoni isn't just for pizza. Layered between sheets of lasagna with creamy, gooey cheese and a simple crushed tomato marinara, this humble little sausage adds a spicy, peppery, and very flavorful bite to the baked pasta classic. Many recipes call for additional meat-ground beef, other sausages, and such. Here, I used only pepperoni so the full flavor comes through without being hidden behind other ingredients. It also makes this one of the easiest, quickest lasagnas you'll ever put together. Not much cooking at all. Note: This recipe uses a total of 80 small pepperoni slices (the regular kind at the deli), with 40 pieces per layer in a 13 X 9-inch baking dish-about seven ounces of sausage total.
Provided by Pamela Steed Hill
Categories Pork
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350° F.
- Cook the lasagna noodles in boiling, salted water 8-9 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the garlic and onion and cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the tomatoes and oregano and season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a light simmer then reduce the heat and cook slowly, covered, 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool 10 minutes (or place the sauce in a sealable container and refrigerate until ready to use-in a few hours or overnight).
- Stir together the ricotta, parsley, and tarragon in a small bowl.
- To assemble the lasagna, lightly oil a 13 X 9-inch baking dish. Spread 1/2 cup of the tomato marinara in the bottom of the dish and top it with 4 noodles, slightly overlapping. Spread 1/2 of the ricotta-herb mixture over the noodles, then scatter 1/3 of the mozzarella and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the cheeses with 40 slices of pepperoni (5 rows of 8 pieces).
- Place 4 more lasagna noodles on top and spread with 1/2 of the remaining tomato sauce and the remaining 1/2 of the ricotta-herb mixture. Scatter another 1/3 of the mozzarella and 2 more tablespoons of Parmesan cheese on top. Cover with the remaining 40 slices of pepperoni.
- Lay the last 4 noodles on top and spread with the remaining tomato sauce. Scatter the remaining 1/3 of the mozzarella and remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese on top and sprinkle with dried oregano.
- Bake uncovered until the cheese is bubbly and the top begins to brown, 30-35 minutes. Remove and let rest 10 minutes.
- To serve, cut the lasagna into 6 pieces and serve.
EASY PEPPERONI PIZZA LASAGNA
Get their attention tonight with Easy Pepperoni Pizza Lasagna. Easy Pepperoni Pizza Lasagna is a simple way to combine two of your favorite dishes!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dairy
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Mix egg, ricotta and Parmesan in medium bowl until blended. Stir in 1 cup mozzarella.
- Reserve 9 pepperoni slices, and 2 Tbsp. each peppers and onions. Quarter remaining pepperoni slices; place in separate medium bowl. Add pasta sauce, water, remaining peppers and onions; mix well.
- Spread 1/2 cup sauce onto bottom of 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Top with layers of 2 lasagna noodles, broken to fit; 1/3 of the ricotta mixture; and 1/2 cup of the remaining sauce. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining noodles, sauce, mozzarella, and reserved pepperoni, peppers and onions. Cover with foil sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake 45 min. or until heated through, uncovering for the last 10 min. Let stand 10 min. before cutting to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 19 g
Tips:
- Use fresh lasagna noodles for the best texture and flavor.
- Don't overcook the noodles. They should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Make sure the ricotta cheese is well-drained. Otherwise, the lasagna will be too watery.
- Use a variety of cheeses in the filling. This will give the lasagna a more complex flavor.
- Don't skimp on the pepperoni. It's the star of the show!
- Bake the lasagna until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.
Conclusion:
This easy lasagna with pepperoni is a delicious and hearty meal that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this lasagna a try!
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