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Keto Low Carb Lasagna Recipe

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This Keto Low Carb Lasagna is a delicious, grain-free alternative to traditional lasagna, featuring a cheesy dough base instead of pasta. Made with a blend of cream cheese, mozzarella, and ricotta, combined with a savory ground beef marinara sauce, this recipe offers a hearty and satisfying meal that fits perfectly into a low-carb, ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients

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Cheese Dough

  • 4 oz full fat cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded part skim low moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup onion (minced)

Meat Sauce

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup no sugar added marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup onion (minced, if extra onion from dough is not used)

Assembly

  • 6 tbsp ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded part skim low moisture mozzarella cheese
  • Dried oregano (optional, for topping)
  • Fresh basil, oregano, parsley (optional, chopped for garnish)
  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prepare for baking the cheese dough layer.
  2. Make Cheese Dough: Combine the softened cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, eggs, Italian seasoning, and minced onion in a food processor. Blend until you achieve a thick liquid consistency. If you don’t have a food processor, mix thoroughly by hand until well combined (see notes).
  3. Bake Cheese Batter: Pour the cheese batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula. Bake in the middle rack of the oven for about 20 minutes, or until the surface is no longer wet and feels firm to the touch.
  4. Cool Cheese Noodles: Remove the baked cheese layer and allow it to cool while you prepare the meat sauce.
  5. Prepare Meat Sauce: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the minced onion and ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat, then add Italian seasoning and marinara sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for about 3 minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Slice Cheese Noodles: Once cooled, slice the cheese dough evenly into three pieces. Each slice should fit into an 8 x 4 inch loaf pan for assembling the lasagna layers.
  7. Assemble First Layer: Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the loaf pan. Place the first cheese noodle on top, then spread one-third of the remaining meat sauce evenly. Dollop 3 tablespoons of ricotta cheese on top and sprinkle about 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella evenly over the layer.
  8. Assemble Second Layer: Add the second cheese noodle, repeating the layer of meat sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella as before.
  9. Assemble Third Layer: Place the third noodle on top, spread the remaining meat sauce over it, and sprinkle with the remaining shredded mozzarella. Optionally, sprinkle dried oregano or your preferred dried herbs on top for extra flavor.
  10. Bake Lasagna: Bake the assembled lasagna in the oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes. For a browned and bubbly cheese topping, finish under a low broil for about 2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  11. Cool and Serve: Let the lasagna cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with freshly chopped basil, oregano, parsley, and freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • If you don’t have a food processor, mix the cheese dough ingredients thoroughly by hand or with a hand mixer until you achieve a smooth, thick batter.
  • Make sure to drain the excess fat from the cooked ground beef to keep the recipe lower in fat content.
  • The cheese noodles can be sliced to fit your pan size; an 8 x 4 inch loaf pan is recommended for layering but you can adjust accordingly.
  • For an even crispier top, broil carefully for just a couple of minutes at the end.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.

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