This delicious lasagne recipe for toddlers from Toddler Recipes Australia provides a nutritious and flavourful meal that is simple to make. Generously layered with creamy bechamel sauce, fresh vegetables and hearty Italian flavours, it is sure to be a hit with little ones. Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, this easy lasagne is a great way to ensure that toddlers get all the nutrition they need to reach their peak.

General Information

Servings: 4

Cuisine: Italian

Course: Main

Keywords: Lasagna, easy, toddler friendly

Calories: 690

Protein: 36.4 g

Carbs: 64.7 g

Fats: 32.1 g

Preparation Time: 20 mins

Cooking Time: 40 mins

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or extra-virgin olive oil)
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 1 large carrot, grated
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 500g lean beef mince
• 500ml tinned tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 250g fresh lasagne sheets
• 150g ricotta cheese
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 200g grated mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.

2. In a large frying pan on medium-high heat, heat the oil, then add the onion, carrot, oregano, garlic and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. Add the beef mince and use a wooden spoon to break it up as it cooks for about 10 minutes until browned.

4. Pour in the tinned tomatoes, tomato paste and sugar, and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

5. Grease an oven-proof dish with cooking oil, then start assembling your lasagne. Spread a thin layer of the mince mixture on the bottom, followed by a layer of lasagne sheets and a layer of ricotta.

6. Repeat with another layer of the mince, lasagne sheets and ricotta, then finish off with a layer of mince and scatter over the parsley and mozzarella.

7. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.

8. For the final step, open the oven door, make a cheesy smile at your little one, and enjoy your lasagne masterpiece!

Recommended Sides

Serve with a fresh side salad and avocado for added vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. For a quintessentially Italian dinner, serve a scoop of creamy vanilla gelato for dessert.