Lasagna-Stuffed Peppers Recipe by Tasty

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).

Step 2

Cut the top off of each pepper and remove the seeds. Transfer to a square baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes, to soften.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot, or dutch oven, over medium high heat. Add the onion and garlic, cook until softened.

Step 4

Add the ground beef, sausage, salt, and pepper. Cook until the meat has browned on all sides.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Bring the mixture to a light simmer. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine ricotta, parmesan, basil, and egg. Mix together with a fork, set aside.

Step 7

Remove the peppers from the oven, drain any excess water that accumulated inside.

Step 8

Cut the lasagna noodles into quarters and set aside.

Step 9

Assemble the lasagna in each pepper. Alternate 2 tablespoons of sauce, 1 lasagna noodle, 2 tablespoons ricotta mixture, and 1 lasagna noodle until the peppers are full. Top with mozzarella cheese.

Step 10

Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.

Step 11

Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Enjoy!