Name: Easy Bow Tie Pasta Lasagna Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 300 g (10.5 oz) Bow-Tie Pasta (Farfalle): Cooked al dente.; 400 g (14 oz) Ground Beef: Halal-certified or substitute with turkey/chicken.; 1 Medium Onion (150 g / 1 cup, diced): For a subtle sweetness.; 3 Cloves Garlic (9 g, minced): Adds pungent aroma and flavor.; 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Olive Oil: For sautéing.; 400 g (14 oz) Tomato Sauce: Plain, no wine.; 400 g (14 oz) Crushed Tomatoes: Adds depth and texture.; 2 Tbsp (30 g) Tomato Paste: Concentrated tomato flavor.; 1 tsp (2 g) Italian Seasoning: Blend of herbs.; 1 tsp (6 g) Sea Salt: Essential seasoning.; ½ tsp (1 g) Black Pepper: Adds spice and complexity.; ¼ tsp (0.5 g) Red-Pepper Flakes (Optional): For heat.; 250 g (9 oz) Ricotta Cheese: Creamy heart of the lasagna.; 1 Large Egg (50 g): Binds the ricotta.; 200 g (7 oz) Mozzarella Cheese: Shredded, for a melty texture.; 50 g (1.75 oz) Parmesan Cheese: Grated, adds umami flavor.; 10 Basil Leaves: Torn, for garnish.; 2 tsp (10 ml) Olive Oil: For drizzling.; Pinch (0.2 g) Smoked Paprika (Optional): Adds color and smoky flavor.

Description

This recipe delivers the flavors of traditional lasagna in a simplified bake using bow tie pasta, making it perfect for busy weeknights. It’s a cheesy, saucy, and satisfying family favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

300 g (10.5 oz) Bow-Tie Pasta (Farfalle): Cooked al dente.
400 g (14 oz) Ground Beef: Halal-certified or substitute with turkey/chicken.
1 Medium Onion (150 g / 1 cup, diced): For a subtle sweetness.
3 Cloves Garlic (9 g, minced): Adds pungent aroma and flavor.
2 Tbsp (30 ml) Olive Oil: For sautéing.
400 g (14 oz) Tomato Sauce: Plain, no wine.
400 g (14 oz) Crushed Tomatoes: Adds depth and texture.
2 Tbsp (30 g) Tomato Paste: Concentrated tomato flavor.
1 tsp (2 g) Italian Seasoning: Blend of herbs.
1 tsp (6 g) Sea Salt: Essential seasoning.
½ tsp (1 g) Black Pepper: Adds spice and complexity.
¼ tsp (0.5 g) Red-Pepper Flakes (Optional): For heat.
250 g (9 oz) Ricotta Cheese: Creamy heart of the lasagna.
1 Large Egg (50 g): Binds the ricotta.
200 g (7 oz) Mozzarella Cheese: Shredded, for a melty texture.
50 g (1.75 oz) Parmesan Cheese: Grated, adds umami flavor.
10 Basil Leaves: Torn, for garnish.
2 tsp (10 ml) Olive Oil: For drizzling.
Pinch (0.2 g) Smoked Paprika (Optional): Adds color and smoky flavor.

Instructions

Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a baking dish.
Cook Pasta: Boil pasta for 8 minutes until al dente, then drain.
Sauté Aromatics: Sauté onion for 3 minutes, then garlic for 30 seconds.
Brown Beef: Brown ground beef, then drain excess fat.
Simmer Sauce: Combine sauce ingredients and simmer for 10 minutes.
Prepare Ricotta: Mix ricotta, egg, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
Assemble Lasagna: Layer sauce, pasta, ricotta, and mozzarella. Repeat layers.
Bake to Perfection: Bake covered for 25 minutes, then uncovered for 10-15 minutes.
Rest & Serve: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Using high-quality cheeses and cooking the pasta al dente are key to a great lasagna. Feel free to add vegetables or different meats to customize the recipe.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Italian
Method: Bake
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg

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