Matzah Lasagna

Matzah Lasagna is a delightful twist on traditional lasagna, using matzah sheets instead of pasta to create a flavorful, Kosher-friendly dish. Layered with ricotta, marinara sauce, and a blend of cheeses, it's perfect for Passover or any time you crave comfort food.

Ingredients

• Matzah sheets - 4 sheets
• Ricotta cheese - 250 grams
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 150 grams
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 50 grams
• Marinara sauce - 1 cup (240 ml)
• Egg - 1 large
• Fresh basil, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and half of the chopped basil. Mix until smooth.
3. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.
4. Layer 2 matzah sheets over the sauce, breaking them if necessary to fit the dish.
5. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the matzah, followed by a layer of marinara sauce and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
6. Repeat the layering process with 2 more matzah sheets, the remaining ricotta mixture, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
7. Top with the last 2 sheets of matzah, cover with the remaining marinara sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and the rest of the mozzarella.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the top and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
10. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serve topped with remaining fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from ricotta and mozzarella cheese.
• Contains calcium and vitamins from the dairy ingredients.

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