Ingredients and Weight:
- 9 oz lean ground beef
- 8 oz raw lasagna noodles
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup low-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup tomato sauce with low sugar content
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs, beaten
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Shape into a thin layer in the bottom of a baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix the beaten eggs with the cream cheese and parmesan cheese until smooth. Pour over the meat layer.
- Layer the lasagna noodles over the cheese mixture, breaking them to fit if necessary.
- Spread the tomato sauce over the noodles. Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers of noodles, tomato sauce, and mozzarella until all ingredients are used up, ending with mozzarella on top.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: 350, Fat: 20g, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Low-carbohydrate dish suitable for Keto diet.
- Rich in protein and fat, with a satisfying and hearty flavor.
- Layers of flavor from the tomato sauce, cheese, and basil give it a classic Italian-American taste.
User Comments:
- "This lasagna was delicious! The Keto-friendly version still had all the flavor I love in lasagna." - John Doe
- "I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but it was actually quite easy to make and my family loved it." - Jane Smith
- "Great for a weekend dinner party. Everyone loved the rich flavor and the fact that it was Keto-friendly." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
- Opt for low-sugar tomato sauce to better fit a Keto diet.
- Layer the noodles carefully to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preference.
