Ghostly Lasagna
Ghostly Lasagna is a spooky twist on the classic comfort food, layered with noodles, savory sauce, and ghost-shaped cheese slices. Perfect for Halloween parties or a cozy family dinner.
Equipment
- skillet
- saucepan or large pot for boiling noodles
- baking dish 9x13 inch recommended
- mixing spoon
- aluminum foil
- ghost-shaped cookie cutter for mozzarella decorations
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked until al dente
- 2 cups marinara or tomato sauce
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage (or plant-based substitute)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Ghost-shaped mozzarella slices (cut with cookie cutters)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef or sausage, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce and let simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
- In a baking dish, layer noodles, meat sauce, ricotta, shredded mozzarella, and Parmesan. Repeat until dish is full.
- Top with extra sauce and remaining mozzarella. Add ghost-shaped mozzarella slices on top for decoration.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Cut ghost shapes from mozzarella while it's cold for sharper edges. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing to help layers stay intact. You can swap in roasted vegetables, mushrooms, or spinach for a vegetarian twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 23gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 720IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 2.3mg