Hearty Beef Ricotta Bake (Printable Version)
Lean beef and creamy ricotta baked with mushrooms, herbs, and cheese for a satisfying, savory dish.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Meats
01 -
450 g extra lean ground beef
→ Vegetables
02 -
225 g sliced mushrooms
03 -
1/4 small red onion, diced
04 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauces and Condiments
05 -
240 ml tomato sauce
06 -
15 ml balsamic vinegar
→ Cheeses
07 -
425 g part skim ricotta cheese
08 -
120 ml shredded part skim mozzarella cheese
09 -
15 ml grated Parmesan cheese
→ Herbs and Spices
10 -
2 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
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2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 190°C.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add mushrooms, diced red onion, and minced garlic, sautéing for 2 to 3 minutes until mushrooms soften.
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Add tomato sauce and balsamic vinegar to the skillet; reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Transfer the meat and sauce mixture to a 1.9-liter oven-safe dish. In a separate bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, and rosemary. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the meat layer.
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Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the dish is hot and bubbly.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For richer flavor, substitute whole milk ricotta. Consider adding zucchini or spinach layers for additional vegetables.