Lasagna Wannabe Recipe

Name: Lasagna Wannabe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 8 oz. pkg. wide noodles; 1 lb. lean ground beef; 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 2 8 oz. cans tomato sauce; 1 tsp. salt; Pepper to taste; 1 c. cottage cheese; 1/4 c. sour cream; 1 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese; 1/2 c. chopped green onion; 3 Tbsp. chopped green pepper, optional

Servings: persons

1
Cook noodles in 3-quarts of boiling salt water.
2
(One teaspoon of oil in water will help keep noodles from sticking together).
3
Brown ground beef in 1 tablespoon butter and drain off fat.
4
Stir in tomato sauce, salt and pepper.
5
Remove from heat. Combine cottage cheese, cream cheese and sour cream; add onions and green pepper.
6
Spread half of cooked noodles in a greased casserole; cover with cheese mixture.
7
Top with remaining noodles. Pour 2 tablespoons melted butter over noodles.
8
Put meat sauce on top.
9
Bake at 360u00b0 for 30 minutes.

836

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 8 oz. pkg. wide noodles, 1 lb. lean ground beef, 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, 2 8 oz. cans tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Lasagna Wannabe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lasagna Wannabe

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Variations & substitutions

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