Description
Keto Lasagna is a rich, cheesy, and low-carb twist on the Italian classic. Featuring homemade cheese-based “noodles,” savory meat sauce, and a creamy filling, this gluten-free recipe delivers comfort without the carbs. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Keto Noodles:
2 large eggs
4 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1¼ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 cloves garlic, crushed
For the Layers:
1 lb ground beef
1½ cups red sauce (or pesto, or Alfredo sauce)
1 cup cottage cheese
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ cup shredded mozzarella (extra for topping)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare the baking dish – Line a 9×13-inch pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Make the keto noodles – In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, eggs, and garlic. Stir until smooth and fully mixed. Spread evenly onto the parchment paper in a large rectangle.
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Bake the noodle layer for 20 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Let it cool to room temperature.
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Cook the meat sauce – While the noodles bake, brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in your choice of red sauce, pesto, or Alfredo until fully combined.
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Mix the cheese filling – In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
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Cut the noodles – Once cooled, slice the baked cheese rectangle into three even pieces to fit a loaf pan.
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Assemble the lasagna – Lightly grease a loaf pan with butter or cooking spray. Lay down one noodle layer, spread with one-third of the meat sauce, then one-third of the cheese filling. Repeat the layers, finishing with cheese filling on top.
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Bake the lasagna – Set the loaf pan on a cookie sheet to catch any overflow and bake until bubbly.
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Cool before slicing – Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before cutting to help the layers set.
Notes
For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or onions to the meat sauce.
Can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking.
Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 657
- Sugar: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 44g