Ingredients
- 4 large zucchinis
- 2 pounds minced beef
- 24 ounces tomato-based pasta sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan reggiano
- 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley and basil)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchinis lengthwise, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Brown minced beef in a skillet, drain excess fat, then stir in pasta sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, egg, half of the parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Layer meat sauce, zucchini slices, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella in a baking dish until all ingredients are used up.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan; cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Use firm zucchinis to prevent excess moisture. Experiment with different cheeses or add extra veggies like spinach or mushrooms for variation. Allowing the dish to rest after baking helps maintain its structure when serving.