Layered Ground Beef And Zucchini Lasagna Casserole

Name: Layered Ground Beef And Zucchini Lasagna Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups water (you might need more water); 3 medium zucchini, sliced; 2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided; 1 lb ground beef; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste); 1 -2 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (optional or to taste); 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 4 cups pasta sauce; 3 cups ricotta cheese (or use 2 cups ricotta and 1 cup creamed cottage cheese); 1 large egg, lightly beaten (or use 2 small eggs); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 3 cups mozzarella cheese, divided (can use more); 1 tablespoon dried parsley (can use fresh chopped parsley); salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

5 cups water (you might need more water)
3 medium zucchini, sliced
2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 -2 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups pasta sauce
3 cups ricotta cheese (or use 2 cups ricotta and 1 cup creamed cottage cheese)
1 large egg, lightly beaten (or use 2 small eggs)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 cups mozzarella cheese, divided (can use more)
1 tablespoon dried parsley (can use fresh chopped parsley)
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (set oven rack to lowest position).
2
Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3
Bring about 5 cups water to a boil in a saucepan.
4
Add in the sliced zucchini; simmer for 3 minutes or until just crisp-tender; drain on paper towels or a clean tea towel then cool.
5
In a skillet cook the ground beef with onion, dried chili flakes, basil and oregano until the beef is no longer pink; drain fat.
6
Add in garlic and continue cooking the beef until lightly browned.
7
Add in the pasta sauce; cook for about 10-15 minutes, season with salt and pepper; remove from heat.
8
In a bowl mix together the ricotta with egg/s, garlic powder, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, dried parsley; mix to combine, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Arrange all of the zucchini slices in the bottom of the baking dish (the slices do not have to be in one layer) then sprinkle with about 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs.
10
Dollop HALF of the ricotta mixture over the breadcrumbs, then cover with HALF of the beef mixture, then sprinkle about 1 cup mozzarella cheese on top.
11
Repeat the layers with remaining 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, ricotta mixture, then meat mixture (reserve the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese for the top after baking).
12
Sprinkle 1/2 cup or more Parmesan cheese over the top of the meat mixture.
13
Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch any spills.
14
Bake uncovered for about 44-50 minutes or until heated through.
15
Sprinkle remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese on top and return to oven for another 5-8 minutes.

1921

kcal

Calories

Fat

207

Carbs

106

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

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups water (you might need more water), 3 medium zucchini, sliced, 2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided, 1 lb ground beef, and more.

Yes, Layered Ground Beef And Zucchini Lasagna Casserole 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!