ARGENTINE LASAGNA

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My family is from Argentina, which has a strong Italian heritage and large cattle ranches. One of our favorite Argentinian recipes is this all-in-one lasagna packed with meat, cheese and veggies. -Sylvia Maenenr, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground beef
1 large sweet onion, chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
2-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (9 ounces) no-cook lasagna noodles
Fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onion, mushrooms and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, pepper and 2 cups mozzarella cheese; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese, peas and spinach., Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with 4 noodles, 1-1/4 cups meat sauce and 1-1/4 cups spinach mixture. Repeat layers 3 times. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. (Pan will be full.), Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Garnish with basil and, if desired, serve with Parmesan cheese., Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked lasagna. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake lasagna as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 598mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

zulfiQar kk
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Overall, this lasagna was a good recipe. I would definitely make it again, but I would make a few changes to suit my own taste.


Hassnain Arif
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This lasagna was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still good. I would probably use less butter and cheese next time.


Nassali Peace
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The lasagna was a bit bland, even though I followed the recipe exactly. I would probably add more seasonings next time.


Dan Lt_Dans__LEGS
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This lasagna was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still good. I would probably use less chili powder next time.


Leo Hopson
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lasagna. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Danish Zameer
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This lasagna was a lot of work, but it was worth it. It was the best lasagna I've ever had.


Ricardo Ruiz
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The lasagna was a bit dry, even though I followed the recipe exactly. I would probably add more sauce next time.


Bitaniya kumlachew Tefera
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This lasagna was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but it was still good. I would probably use less cheese next time.


Rabbi Ahmad
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I made this for my family and they all loved it. It was a perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


AJ Franklin
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This was my first time making lasagna and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna was delicious.


Tobiloba Opeyemi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lasagna turned out perfect. It was cheesy, flavorful, and everyone loved it.


Terry Collins
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This lasagna was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Maliahs Fun House
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Great recipe! I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Safa Xusen
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The instructions were clear and easy to follow. The lasagna turned out perfectly and was enjoyed by everyone who tried it.


Maximum Graham Cracker
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I've made this lasagna several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Ansar abbas Mhr
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This lasagna was a hit with my family! The layers of pasta, cheese, and sauce were perfect, and the overall flavor was delicious.