1 ⅓ cups grated parmesan cheese (145 g), divided, plus more for serving
3 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ medium yellow onion, minced
¼ cup carrot (25 g), minced
¼ cup celery (55 g), minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ lb ground beef (225 g)
½ lb italian sausage (225 g)
⅓ cup tomato paste (75 g)
¾ teaspoon black pepper, divided
¼ cup red wine (60 mL)
1 cup ricotta cheese (250 g)
½ cup fresh spinach (20 g), chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
italian parsley, chopped, for serving
Nutrition Info
Calories 141
Fat 7g
Carbs 8g
Fiber 0g
Sugar 0g
Protein 6g
How to Make It
1. Step
Cook the noodles according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain well and separate the noodles carefully.
2. Step
Cut the noodles into triangles and transfer to baking sheet.
3. Step
In a small bowl, combine the water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Brush on both sides of noodles.
4. Step
Combine 2 teaspoons of salt, the dried oregano, dried basil, paprika, and garlic powder in a small bowl, and mix to combine.
5. Step
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture and ⅓ cup (35 g) of Parmesan cheese over the noodles. Set aside.
6. Step
Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Step
Add the minced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 5-10 minutes.
8. Step
Once the vegetables have caramelized, add the ground beef, Italian sausage, ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper, and the tomato paste. Stir to combine, breaking up the meat.
9. Step
Cook until the meat has browned, 15-20 minutes.
10. Step
Add the red wine. Bring the sauce to a simmer, cover with a lid, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, then set aside.
11. Step
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
12. Step
In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, spinach, fresh basil, remaining cup of Parmesan cheese, remaining teaspoon of salt, and remaining ½ teaspoon of pepper.
13. Step
Spread half of the meat sauce in the bottom of an ovenproof dish.
14. Step
Gently spread the ricotta cheese over the sauce.
15. Step
Spoon the remaining meat sauce over the ricotta and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
16. Step
Bake the noodles and layered dip for 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the noodle chips are crispy.
17. Step
Sprinkle more Parmesan cheese on top of noodle chips, if desired.
