Dive into layers of cheesy goodness with Keto Lasagna, a low-carb twist on a beloved classic. Hearty meat sauce simmered with tomatoes, garlic, and Italian herbs adds robust flavor. Creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheeses meld together to create a decadent, satisfying dish that proves you don't have to sacrifice taste on a keto diet.
YIELDS:
8 serving(s)
PREP TIME: 20 mins
TOTAL TIME: 1 hr 40 mins
CAL/SERV: 626
Ingredients
- NOODLES
- Cooking spray
- 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 2 c. shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
FILLING
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 lb. ground beef
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 3/4 c. marinara
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 (16-oz.) container ricotta
- 1 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
- Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
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Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°. Line a large baking sheet with parchment and grease with cooking spray. In a microwave safe bowl, melt cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan together. Add eggs and and mix until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Spread onto prepared baking sheet and bake until golden and set, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool.
Step 3
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Add tomato paste and mix until onion is well coated.
Step 4
Add ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking meat up with a wooden spoon until no longer pink, 6 minutes. Drain.
Step 5
Return skillet to stove and add marinara. Heat until warmed through. Season with oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Step 6
Cut noodles in half widthwise, then cut each half into 3 pieces. Spoon a small amount of sauce into an 8” baking pan and place 2 noodles in bottom of dish. Spread a third of the ricotta over noodles then layer a third of the meat mixture on top, and sprinkle with a third of the shredded mozzarella. Repeat to make 2 more layers. Top with Parmesan.
Step 7
Bake until cheese is melty and sauce is bubbly, 30 minutes.
Step 8
Garnish with parsley before serving.
