Cajun Lasagna is a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring spicy Cajun flavors. Here’s a recipe to help you make it at home:
Ingredients:
For the Meat Sauce:
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork sausage (or andouille sausage for a more authentic Cajun flavor)
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
For the Ricotta Mixture:
15 oz ricotta cheese
1 egg
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lasagna:
12 lasagna noodles
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the Meat Sauce:
