Meatloaf Mock Lasagna With Four Cheeses Recipe

Name: Meatloaf Mock Lasagna With Four Cheeses
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces tortellini pasta (use the unfilled type, or substitute another dry pasta); 16 ounces ricotta cheese; 1 egg; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese; 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese; 8 ounces shredded muenster cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cubanelle peppers, seeded and chopped; 2 (4 ounce) cans mushrooms (do not drain); 4 cups leftover meatloaf, cubed; 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed; 1/2 cup red wine; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

16 ounces tortellini pasta (use the unfilled type, or substitute another dry pasta)
16 ounces ricotta cheese
1 egg
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces shredded muenster cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cubanelle peppers, seeded and chopped
2 (4 ounce) cans mushrooms (do not drain)
4 cups leftover meatloaf, cubed
1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 cup red wine
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

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["Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.", "Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions.", "Meanwhile, combine ricotta cheese, 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, and egg, and mix very well. Set aside.", "Combine mozzarella and muenster cheeses and set aside.", "Heat oil in a large skillet.", "Add onion and cook, stirring, until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes.", "Add garlic and peppers and cook, stirring, about 3 minutes.", "Add mushrooms, meatloaf, sauce, herbs, and wine.", "Stir and cook about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.", "When pasta is cooked al dente, drain and return to pan.", "Add remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese to pasta.", "Add meatloaf mixture to pasta and mix well.", "Spoon 1/2 the pasta mixture into a lightly greased 9""x13"" baking pan.", "Spoon all the ricotta mixture over the pasta layer and smooth with a spatula.", "Sprinkle 1/2 the mozzarella mixture over the ricotta layer.", "Spread remaining pasta mixture over cheese layer.", "Top with remaining cheese.", "Bake for 45 minutes, or until hot and bubbly."]

1214

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces tortellini pasta (use the unfilled type, or substitute another dry pasta), 16 ounces ricotta cheese, 1 egg, 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Meatloaf Mock Lasagna With Four Cheeses 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.

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Meatloaf Mock Lasagna With Four Cheeses

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