Lasagna for Two

By Jake57

Store-bought spaghetti sauce simplifies preparation of this loaf-size lasagna. With a salad on the side, a serving of this Italian-style casserole makes a satisfying meal for two.

Ingredients

• 5 lasagna noodles
• 1/2 pound ground beef
• 1/4 cup each, onion, green pepper and fresh mushrooms, chopped
• 1 jar (14-ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
• 1 egg, beaten
• 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 cup (4-ounces) mozzarella cheese, shredded

Details

Servings 2
Preparation time 30mins
Cooking time 60mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cook noodles according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and mushrooms over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. In a small bowl, combine the egg, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley and Italian seasoning. Drain noodles.

Spread 1/4 cup meat sauce in a greased 8-inch x 4-inch loaf pan. Trim noodles to fit pan. Place two noodles over meat sauce; layer with a third of the cheese mixture, a third of the remaining meat sauce and 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers twice, using noodle trimmings in top layer.

Bake, uncovered, at 350°F. for 30-35 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.
Yield: 2 servings.