VAL'S 4PATRIOTS BEEFED-UP LASAGNA Recipe; Castle Rock-WA

Val's 4Patriots Beefed-Up Lasagna Recipe

Tonight's supper fare was quick and easy - a pound of hamburger, a pre-packaged food pouch, one or two veggie additions, and a sprinkling of spices to jazz up the bland sauce …

Val's 4Patriots Beefed-Up Lasagna Recipe ~serves 3

1 ct. 9.72 oz. pouch, 4Patriots Nonna's Best Lasagna-Style Marinara, dry mix * 4-1/2 c. Water * 1 large Onion, sliced * 1/3  Red Bell, 1/3 Yellow Bell, & 1/3 Green Bell peppers, coarsely chopped * 3 Garlic cloves, minced * 2 TBSP. Fresh Parsley, chopped * 4 TBSP. Vitality Blend Mushroom Powder * 1/2 teaspoon dried Oregano * 1/2 teaspoon dried Basil * 1/8 teaspoon Hot Pepper Flakes * 1 c. Cheddar & Mozzarella Cheese, grated & blended

1 ct. 4-Qt. Soup Pot * 1 ct. Med. Skillet * 1 ct. Lrg. Pyrex Measuring Cup * 1 ct. Cutting Board * 1 ct. Lrg. Kitchen Knife * 1 ct. Garlic Press * Measuring Cups & Spoons * 1 ct. Cooking Spoon, slotted * 1 ct. Serving Spoon * Supper Plates & Silverware

1) Gather ingredients & prepare veggies - set aside.

Gather ingredients.

Prepare veggies - set aside.

2) In pot, brown meat; add vegetables and sauté until peppers are tender, & onion is translucent.

In pot, brown meat.

Add vegetables.

Sauté until peppers are tender, & onion is translucent.

3) In soup pot, place the water & bring to a boil.

4) Whisk contents of pouch into boiling water - add meat & vegetable medley.

Whisk contents of pouch into boiling water.

Reduce heat to medium & continue cooking 20 minutes, stirring frequently.

5) Remove from heat - top with cheese blend, & let stand for 2-3 minutes to thicken; before serving.

Remove from heat - top with cheese blend & cover with lid; let stand for 2-3 minutes.

Serve alone … or with sides of choice.