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ImpossibleTM Lasagna

Chef J Michael Melton
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A large pan of lasagna with lots of melted cheese and a hearty Impossible Beef meat sauce, with several pieces removed and served on plates.
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  • 8Servings
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  • 18Ingredients
  • 40 minPreparation
  • 50 minCooking
  • 90 Total TimeTotal Time

Cooking up a homemade lasagna 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 lasagna, 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 Lasagna is also perfect for storing in the fridge and heating up later for leftovers. Enjoy!

18 Ingredients

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  • 24 Ounces Impossible™ Ground Beef or Lite Ground Beef Meat From Plants
  • 1 Pound Lasagna 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
6 steps

  1. COOK THE IMPOSSIBLE BEEF

    Ingredients used

    • 24 Ounces Impossible™ Ground Beef or Lite Ground Beef Meat From Plants
    • 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.

  2. 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

    Add the red wine to the pot with the Impossible Beef and vegetables, deglazing and scraping the bottom of the pan, 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.

  3. BOIL THE NOODLES

    Ingredients used

    • 1 Pound Lasagna Noodles

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and cook the lasagna noodles for 3 minutes until al dente. Remove from water and stack noodles flat between layers of parchment paper.

  4. ASSEMBLE THE LASAGNA

    Ingredients used

    • 1 Pound Shredded Mozzarella
    • 1 Cup Ricotta cheese
    • 1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan or Pecorino Cheese

    To assemble the lasagna, 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!

  5. BAKE THE LASAGNA

    Bake at 400°F until the Lasagna is cooked through and the cheese is browned on top, about 15-20 minutes. Wait 8-10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

  6. SERVE, SHARE, AND ENJOY

    Makes a family-sized lasagna (perfect for dinner and lots of yummy leftovers).

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