Description
Mexican-inspired gluten free lasagna delivers robust flavors and hearty comfort in one pan. Layered corn tortillas, spicy ground beef, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (0.45 kg) ground Italian sausage
- 9 oz (255 g) gluten free lasagna noodles
- 15 oz (425 g) full fat ricotta cheese
- 5 cups (454 g) grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (100 g) grated parmesan cheese
- 2.5 cups finely diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 56 oz (1.6 kg) blended fire roasted tomatoes
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tsp chopped fresh parsley or sprigs of fresh basil (garnish)
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Brown Italian sausage in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until completely cooked, then transfer to a separate dish.
- Aromatic Foundation: In the same pan, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent and lightly caramelized.
- Sauce Development: Add Italian seasoning, fire-roasted tomatoes, and reserved sausage to create a rich sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes, seasoning with sea salt and black pepper.
- Cheese Mixture: Blend ricotta cheese, eggs, and parmesan in a bowl until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Layer Assembly: Prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by lightly coating the bottom with sauce. Arrange the first layer of gluten-free lasagna noodles, breaking to fit if necessary.
- First Cheese Layer: Spread half the ricotta mixture evenly over noodles, then generously sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Pour sauce over the cheese layer.
- Subsequent Layering: Repeat the previous step with remaining noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and parmesan, ensuring complete coverage with sauce.
- Baking Preparation: Cover the dish tightly with oven-proof lid or greased aluminum foil, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes until edges bubble and noodles become tender.
- Final Browning: Remove cover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until the top achieves a golden-brown color.
- Resting and Serving: Allow lasagna to rest for 10 minutes on a wire rack, enabling layers to set. Optionally garnish with fresh chopped parsley or basil before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Noodle Selection: Choose certified gluten-free lasagna noodles to ensure safe consumption for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Cheese Mixing Technique: Thoroughly blend ricotta mixture to prevent lumpy texture and ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Layering Strategy: Break noodles strategically to create complete coverage without gaps, maximizing flavor in every bite.
- Resting Importance: Allow lasagna to rest exactly 10 minutes after baking to stabilize layers and enhance serving presentation.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg