Meat Lasagna

12 servings

60 minutes

Meat lasagna is a classic Italian dish that combines tender layers of pasta with rich meat sauce and aromatic cheese. Its history traces back to the Emilia-Romagna region, where lasagna became a symbol of home comfort and traditional cuisine. In this recipe, the depth of flavor comes from the combination of ground beef, tomato sauce, cream, and parmesan, enhanced with spicy ginger. An amazing ingredient is vodka, which highlights the richness of the sauce. The layered structure of lasagna allows each piece to be perfectly infused with the aromas of the sauce and melted cheeses. This dish is a true celebration of flavors, suitable for cozy family dinners or festive occasions. It pairs wonderfully with a glass of red wine and fresh herbs like basil and oregano.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 718
• Proteins: 33.9g
• Fats: 44.1g
• Carbohydrates: 44.4g

Ingredients

• Ready-made dry lasagne sheets: 500 g
• Ground beef: 1 kg
• Tomato paste: 450 g
• Onion: 3 head
• Finely chopped garlic: 2 clove
• Cream 33%: 500 ml
• Vodka: 100 ml
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 250 g
• Mozzarella cheese: 250 g
• Ground ginger: 3 tbsp
• Butter: 20 g

Cooking steps

1. Mix the minced meat with ginger, place it on a baking sheet, and heat in the oven, stirring occasionally until it changes color slightly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 1 kg
   • Ground ginger: 3 tablespoons

2. Chop the onion finely and sauté it lightly in a pan. Add garlic and sauté for another minute, stirring constantly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 3 heads
   • Finely chopped garlic: 2 cloves

3. Pour tomato paste into a deep pot and add boiling water to achieve a consistency similar to thin sour cream. Boil it. Add cream, salt, and pepper, then bring to a boil again. Pour in vodka and immediately add 100 grams of grated Parmesan cheese. Heat on the stove for 10 minutes while stirring constantly. Then add minced meat and onion with garlic to the pot. Mix well and cook on low heat for another 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomato paste: 450 g
   • Cream 33%: 500 ml
   • Vodka: 100 ml
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 250 g
   • Ground beef: 1 kg
   • Onion: 3 heads
   • Finely chopped garlic: 2 cloves

4. Grease a deep baking dish with butter, pour a little sauce on the bottom, and spread it evenly. Layer the sheets, then add a layer of sauce, sliced mozzarella, and grated parmesan. Repeat the same two times, with the top layer being sauce plus cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 20 g
   • Tomato paste: 450 g
   • Mozzarella cheese: 250 g
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 250 g

5. Place in the oven on the middle rack and cook at 200 degrees for about 40 minutes.