Philly Cheesesteak Lasagna

Ingredients and Weight:

For the Lasagna Noodles: * 1 pound lasagna noodles

For the Meat Filling: * 1 pound rib eye steak, thinly sliced * 1 medium onion, chopped * 1 green bell pepper, chopped * 1 red bell pepper, chopped * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes * 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce * 1 teaspoon dried oregano * 1 teaspoon dried basil * 1 teaspoon salt * 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Cheese Sauce: * 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter * 1/4 cup all-purpose flour * 3 cups milk * 1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese * 1 cup shredded provolone cheese * 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

For the Topping: * 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms * 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions * 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, brown the rib eye steak over medium-high heat. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, sauté the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Stir in the mozzarella, provolone, and cheddar cheeses. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer the lasagna noodles, meat filling, and cheese sauce. Repeat layers twice.
9. Top with the mushrooms, onions, and remaining mozzarella cheese.
10. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 480 per serving
• Protein: 30 grams
• Fat: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Combination of meat, cheese, and pasta
• Rich and comforting

User Comments:

• "This lasagna is the perfect comfort food for a cold night."
• "The flavors are amazing and the cheese is so gooey."
• "This is a definite crowd-pleaser."
• "I love the addition of mushrooms and onions on top."
• "The meat filling is tender and juicy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free lasagna noodles.
• If you don't have rib eye steak, you can use another cut of steak, such as sirloin or flank steak.
• To make the lasagna ahead of time, assemble the lasagna as directed and refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking. When ready to bake, bring to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.