Italian Zucchini & Beef "Lasagna"
On a misty winter evening in Milan, you open the oven to a wave of warmth—golden cheese blankets layers of zucchini ribbons, while a rich beef sauce bubbles underneath. In just 20 minutes, a comforting Lombardy-style dinner is served. The Geedel manual food processor is your "Duomo-speed layering hack," effortlessly turning zucchini and onion into shreds that replace traditional pasta—no dough needed, perfectly recreating Italy's favorite lighter "lasagna."
Ingredients (Serves 2):
- 300g ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 onion
- 400g tomato passata (or crushed tomatoes)
- 100g shredded mozzarella
- 50g grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Zucchini "Rainstorm" – The Pasta Substitute
Wash the zucchinis and shred them using the Geedel vegetable shredder – 8 rotations create long, emerald-green strands, flowing like the canals of Venice. Squeeze out excess moisture thoroughly—these are your "lasagna sheets."
2. Onion & Beef "Tango" – The Hearty Sauce
Shred the onion with 4 rotations. Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté the onion until fragrant, then add the ground beef. Cook for 5 minutes until browned. Pour in the tomato passata, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 8 minutes until the sauce thickens.
3. Layering Symphony – No Pasta, All Flavor
In a baking dish, start with a layer of zucchini shreds, followed by a portion of the beef sauce and a sprinkle of mozzarella. Repeat twice, finishing with a final layer of zucchini, topped with mozzarella and a generous dusting of Parmesan.
Bake at 200°C for about 12 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
4. Family Ritual – Serve with Love
Slice into portions and serve hot. The zucchini layers remain distinct yet tender, intertwined with the rich beef and melted cheese—like a warm embrace after a snowy day in the Alps.
Leftovers, Even Better
Refrigerate any leftovers—the flavors meld overnight. Reheat in the microwave the next day for an even more infused and delicious meal.
Conclusion
The Geedel manual processor works like an Italian sports car—one spin, layers of flavor!10 minutes of prepping and layering + 12 minutes of baking = a Milanese family saves 40 minutes the week, and the kids will be asking for seconds.
