NOODLE-LESS ZUCCHINI LASAGNA

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:28:11 GMT

Step 1

Heat a large, deep nonstick skillet over high heat.

Step 2

Add the meat, season with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and cook, using a wooden spoon to break the meat into small pieces as it browns, 4 to 5 minutes.

Step 3

Drain the meat in a colander and wipe the skillet with a paper towel.

Step 4

Put the skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the olive oil and onion and cook, stirring, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 6

Add the garlic and cook 1 minute.

Step 7

Return the meat to the pan, add the tomatoes, basil, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, and the black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 25 minutes, Remove the lid and simmer uncovered 10 minutes, until thickened.

Step 9

Meanwhile, slice the zucchini lengthwise with a mandoline into 1/8-inch-thick slices

Step 10

(you should have at least 30 to 35 long zucchini ribbons).

Step 11

Lightly salt the zucchini with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and set aside for 15 minutes.

Step 12

Blot the zucchini with paper towels.

Step 13

Preheat a grill to medium heat (or preheat a grill pan over medium heat).

Step 14

Oil the grill grates or spray the grill pan with cooking spray to avoid sticking.

Step 15

Grill the zucchini until cooked and slightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

Step 16

Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and press to absorb excess moisture.

Step 17

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Step 18

In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, and egg.

Step 19

Spread 1/2 cup of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9 x 13 x 21/2-nch baking dish.

Step 20

Make a layer of the zucchini over the sauce to cover the bottom of the dish.

Step 21

Spread 1/2 cup of the ricotta mixture over the zucchini and sprinkle with 1 cup of the mozzarella.

Step 22

Make another layer of zucchini, top with 11/2 cups meat sauce, 1/2 cup ricotta mixture, 1 cup mozzarella.

Step 23

Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients for a total of 3 layers.

Step 24

Finish the lasagna by topping with the remaining zucchini and meat sauce.

Step 25

Cover the dish with foil.

Step 26

Bake for 30 minutes, remove the foil, and bake 20 minutes uncovered.

Step 27

Add the remaining 1 cup mozzarella and bake uncovered until bubbling and the cheese is melted, 10 more minutes.

Step 28

Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting into 8 pieces.

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