Pizzagna Italian Fusion Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Filling
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500g ground beef or mixed ground meat
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200g pepperoni or salami slices
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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400ml tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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1 tsp dried oregano
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ For Assembling
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6–8 lasagna sheets (pre-cooked or fresh)
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup ricotta or cream cheese (optional)
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Fresh basil for garnish
# Instructions:
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Heat a little oil in a skillet. Sauté onions and garlic until soft. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in tomato paste, tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
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Grease a baking dish lightly. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Layer lasagna sheets, more meat sauce, pepperoni or salami slices, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Add a few dollops of ricotta if using. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
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Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot. Enjoy the perfect mix of pizza and lasagna flavors!
# Notes:
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This Pizzagna is ideal for family dinners, parties, or when you simply can't choose between pizza and lasagna!