Ingredients
Meat Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
Vegetable Ingredients
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (preferably lasagna noodles broken into pieces)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Method
Preparation
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef or sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
Cooking
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, broth, uncooked pasta, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the pasta is cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in the ricotta cheese and half of the mozzarella cheese until melted.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with the remaining mozzarella and fresh parsley or basil.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
Notes
Make it spicy with red pepper flakes, or use ground turkey/chicken for a healthier option. For a cheesy topping, broil with extra cheese. Add veggies for nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container; refrigerate for 3-4 days or freeze for 2-3 months.
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