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Sliced tortilla lasagna oozing with cheese, showing layers of meat and sauce, ready to eat.

Vanessa Williams Lasagna Recipe

This Vanessa Williams Lasagna Recipe is a quick and customizable comfort food that uses tortillas instead of pasta sheets, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large whole wheat tortillas or gluten-free tortillas
  • 0.5 lb ground turkey or a plant-based meat alternative
  • 0.5 lb ground beef or ground chicken
  • 2 cups homemade marinara sauce or your favorite store-bought sauce with added fresh herbs
  • 1.5 cups shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
  • 0.5 cup fresh goat cheese
  • 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Medium-sized baking dish
  • Large Skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the ground turkey and beef (or chicken), breaking it up into small crumbles. Drain the excess fat. Add marinara sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, goat cheese, half of the shredded mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan. Add fresh basil, salt, and pepper, stirring until fully incorporated.
  4. In a prepared baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce. Place a tortilla on top, then add a layer of cheese mixture. Continue layering: sauce, tortilla, cheese, until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of sauce.
  5. Top the final layer with the remaining mozzarella, Parmesan, and fresh basil leaves.
  6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Let the lasagna rest for few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

This lasagna recipe is a lifesaver for busy people. It's quick, customizable, and doesn't require a lot of time in the kitchen. You can easily adapt the recipe for gluten-free, vegetarian, or dairy-free diets.
Disclaimer: Nutritional information is an estimate only and can vary significantly depending on the specific ingredients used. For accurate values, use a nutrition calculator with your specific ingredients.
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