Leftover Spaghetti Lasagna

Ingredients and Weight:

• Leftover spaghetti: 1 pound (450 grams)
• Lasagna noodles: 1 box (12 ounces or 340 grams)
• Ground beef: 1 pound (450 grams)
• Italian sausage: 1 pound (450 grams)
• Marinara sauce: 2 cups (480 milliliters)
• Ricotta cheese: 1 cup (240 grams)
• Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup (60 grams)
• Mozzarella cheese: 1 cup (240 grams)
• Eggs: 2
• Onion: 1, chopped
• Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
• Salt and pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
4. Stir in the marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to thicken.
5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
6. In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of the sauce mixture. Top with half of the spaghetti.
7. Spread the remaining sauce mixture over the spaghetti. Top with the lasagna noodles.
8. Pour the remaining sauce mixture over the noodles.
9. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs. Pour over the lasagna.
10. Top with the mozzarella cheese.
11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 25 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful
• Cheesy and creamy
• Perfect for using up leftover spaghetti
• Easy to prepare and cook

User Comments:

• "This is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti and it's so delicious!"
• "The combination of the spaghetti and lasagna noodles is perfect."
• "The cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is so flavorful."
• "This is a dish that will definitely become a staple in my kitchen."
• "I love that it's so easy to prepare and cook."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a large baking dish to prevent the lasagna from bubbling over.
• If you don't have any leftover spaghetti, you can use regular spaghetti and cook it according to the package instructions.
• You can also use other types of cheese in this recipe, such as cheddar or provolone.