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Mini Lasagna Cups: A Quick and Delicious Recipe!

Mini Lasagna Cups are a quick and delicious twist on traditional lasagna, perfect for serving as appetizers or a fun meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  5. To assemble the mini lasagna cups, spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Cut the lasagna noodles into squares that fit into the muffin cups. Place one noodle square in the bottom of each cup.
  6. Add a spoonful of the meat sauce on top of the noodle, followed by a spoonful of the ricotta mixture. Repeat the layers, finishing with a noodle square and a final layer of meat sauce.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of each cup.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the muffin tin.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with sautéed mushrooms or a mix of your favorite vegetables.
  • You can use no-boil lasagna noodles to save time; just layer them directly in the muffin cups without pre-cooking. Adjust the sauce quantity to ensure they cook through.

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