- 8Servings
- Showing Off
- 18Ingredients
- 40 minPreparation
- 50 minCooking
- 90 Total TimeTotal Time
Cooking up a homemade lasagne is a labor of love. This particular dish really gets the meat (made from plants) to cheese to sauce ratios just right, and doesn’t skimp on the heartiness. This recipe calls specifically for San Marzano tomatoes, which add a big hit of bold flavor and sweetness, without the acidity of many other tomato varieties.
A word about San Marzano tomatoes, because you may have heard people rave about them for tomato sauces. The San Marzano is a variety of the plum tomato, but it is decidedly different from the Roma tomatoes you see everywhere. The San Marzano is two to three inches long, and narrower than the Roma. If you take your index finger and touch your thumb, that circular space is about how big around they are. They aren’t plump like Romas, and in fact look a little scrawny. But they are packed with flavor.
These tomatoes are grown in a specific region of Italy known as the Valle de Sarno, and their name and cultivation is strictly monitored by the Italian government. They are fairly easy to find canned in most supermarkets. You should have no problem getting some San Marzanos, so don’t stress about that. And trust us—they’re worth it.
As if you needed even more reason to love lasagne, it’s perfect for portioning and making sure everyone gets the exact amount that they want. Cut smaller pieces for the kids, and bigger pieces for the adults. And we can almost guarantee everyone will want seconds! This Impossible Lasagne is also perfect for storing in the fridge and heating up later for leftovers. Enjoy!
18 Ingredients
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- 24 Ounces Impossible™ Beef
- 1 Pound Lasagne Noodles
- 1 Yellow Onion
- 1 Carrot
- 1 Rib Celery
- 3 Cloves Garlic
- 1/2 Cup Red Wine
- 28 Ounce Can Of San Marzano Tomatoes
- 1/2 Cup Vegetable Stock
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Thyme
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Oregano
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Basil
- 1/2 Cup Tomato Paste
- 1 Pound Shredded Mozzarella
- 1 Cup Ricotta cheese
- 1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan or Pecorino Cheese
- Salt & Pepper to taste
COOK THE IMPOSSIBLE BEEF
Ingredients used
- 24 Ounces Impossible™ Beef
- 1 Yellow Onion
- 1 Carrot
- 1 Rib Celery
- 3 Cloves Garlic
Dice the onions, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic. Place prepped vegetables in a stock pot over medium heat and sweat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add two 12 oz / 340 gram packages Impossible Beef and brown until fully cooked.
MAKE THE BOLOGNESE
Ingredients used
- 1/2 Cup Red Wine
- 28 Ounce Can Of San Marzano Tomatoes
- 1/2 Cup Vegetable Stock
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Thyme
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Oregano
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Basil
- 1/2 Cup Tomato Paste
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Deglaze the pan with red wine and cook for 3 minutes. Add the tomato paste and stir it into the mixture. Cook for about 3 minutes. Add the vegetable stock and canned tomatoes. Bring to boil for 5 minutes. Mince the parsley, thyme, oregano, and basil. Add the fresh herbs and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until you reach desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
BOIL THE NOODLES
Ingredients used
- 1 Pound Lasagne Noodles
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and cook the lasagne noodles for 3 minutes until al dente. Remove from water and stack noodles flat between layers of parchment paper.
ASSEMBLE THE LASAGNE
Ingredients used
- 1 Pound Shredded Mozzarella
- 1 Cup Ricotta cheese
- 1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan or Pecorino Cheese
To assemble the lasagne, build layers in a 9 x 13 baking dish by adding sauce, then pasta, then evenly spread dollops of ricotta throughout each layer. Repeat for 3 layers. On the top layer, add all the mozzarella and parmesan or pecorino cheese. *Want to make it plant-based? Use plant-based cheese!
BAKE THE LASAGNE
Bake at 200°C until the Lasagne is cooked through and the cheese is browned on top, about 15-20 minutes. Wait 8-10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
SERVE, SHARE, AND ENJOY
Makes a family-sized lasagne (perfect for dinner and lots of yummy leftovers).
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