Don’t have time to make lasagna? No problem! Throw all the ingredients in one pot and then bake. It really is that easy!
Cook Time 50M
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Protein 32g
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Servings 6
Helpful Hereford Tips
Baking beef provides rich flavor and tender meat, while broiling beef provides a slightly charred taste with a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Nutritional Information
Cals
372Carbs
14% DVFat
8% DVFiber
14% DVIron
23% DVIngredients
• 1 pound ground Certified Hereford Beef
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
• 1 jar (24 to 26 ounces) garden-style pasta sauce
• 2 cups water
• 6 ounces uncooked mini bow tie (farfalle) pasta (about 2-1/8 cups)
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2/3 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
• 1 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
• Thinly sliced or chopped fresh basil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat ovenproof 5 to 6-quart Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat until hot. Add Ground Beef and zucchini; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking beef into small crumbles and stirring occasionally.
Sitr in pasta sauce, water and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in pasta. Spoon heaping teaspoons ricotta cheese over top of sauce. Slightly swirl ricotta into sauce, not mixing in completely.
Cover and bake in 375°F oven 10 minutes. Uncover. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake 7 to 10 minutes or until pasta is tender. Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with basil before serving.
About Ground Sirloin
Don’t have time to make lasagna? No problem! Throw all the ingredients in one pot and then bake. It really is that easy!