EASY LASAGNA SQUARES

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Bisquick stands in for noodles in this super-fast cheesy lasagna bake-great for weeknights!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup small-curd cottage cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (1 oz)
2/3 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup milk
2 eggs
Cherry tomatoes, quartered, if desired
Fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

Heat oven to 400°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in oregano, basil, tomato paste and 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese.
Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Layer cottage cheese and Parmesan cheese in baking dish. Spoon beef mixture evenly over top of cheese.
In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk and eggs with wire whisk or fork until blended. Pour into dish.
Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Sprinkle remaining 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese over top. Bake 2 to 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with tomatoes and basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 810 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g