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best italian bake

Best Italian Bake: 5 Reasons You’ll Fall in Love


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious Italian bake featuring layers of pasta, cheese, and savory sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
  3. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Layer noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella in the dish.
  6. Repeat layers, finishing with marinara sauce and Parmesan on top.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh basil for added flavor.
  • Allow leftovers to cool completely before refrigerating.
  • This dish can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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