KETO LASAGNA

This keto lasagna is the ultimate indulgence—rich, flavorful, and completely satisfying. With layers of savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta filling, and irresistibly cheesy keto-friendly noodles, it’s hard to believe each serving has only 3.5 net carbs!

INGREDIENTS

Lasagna Noodles:

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup (120g) cream cheese, room temperature
• ⅓ cup (30g) grated parmesan
• 1 ½ cups (180g) grated mozzarella, divided (1 cup + ½ cup)
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder

Meat Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 lbs (750g) ground beef
• ½ red bell pepper, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups (500g) tomato passata
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Ricotta Filling:

• 1 cup (250g) ricotta cheese
• ⅓ cup (30g) grated parmesan
• Pinch of nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Topping:

• 1 cup (113g) grated mozzarella
• ¼ cup (20g) grated parmesan

INSTRUCTIONS

• Prepare the Noodles:
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. (A 13×18-inch pan works well; aim for an 8×16-inch rectangle, keeping in mind the edges may be slightly thinner.)
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and eggs with a hand mixer until smooth.
  • Mix in the parmesan, garlic powder, and onion powder. Then, add 1 cup of mozzarella and stir until combined.
  • Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes. Let it cool completely.
• Make the Meat Sauce:
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add the bell pepper, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the tomato passata and let the sauce simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.
• Prepare the Ricotta Filling:
  • In a small bowl, mix together all ricotta filling ingredients until well combined.
• Assemble the Lasagna:
  • Cut the cooled pasta sheet into 3 equal pieces.
  • In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread an even layer of meat sauce. Place one pasta sheet on top, followed by a layer of ricotta filling.
  • Repeat the layering process: pasta sheet, meat sauce, ricotta filling.
  • Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan over the top.
• Bake & Serve:
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
  • Slice and enjoy!

Notes: If scaling the recipe, gram measurements remain unchanged.