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For very different from the classic Italian lasagna, try this unique recipe for French bread lasagna. Instead of lasagna, this recipe calls for half-inch thick slices of French Bread. Tell the children that you have an international meal to peak their interest really. Explain that the lasagna is usually an Italian dish, but this is made with French bread and be eaten in their kitchen. a little fun with the concept and talk to children about the different cultures while enjoying the meal.

FRENCH BREAD LASAGNA

1 lb. lean beef

1 / 3 cup chopped onion

1 / 3 cup chopped celery

2 cloves garlic, minced

14 slices French bread (about 1 / 2 inch thick)

4 large tomatoes, sliced about 1 / 2 inch thick

1 tsp Tea dried basil

1 tsp Tea dried parsley

1 tsp tsp dried oregano

1 tsp Tea crushed dried rosemary

1 tsp Tea garlic powder

3 / 4 c. Tea Salt

1 / 2 c. Tea freshly ground black pepper

2 v. tsp olive oil, divided

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 1 / 2 cups milk

1 / 3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cups grated mozzarella cheese

In a skillet, brown beef with onion, celery and garlic, drain well Set aside. Toast bread and line the bottom of a 13x9x2 inch pan for baking or casserole dish with 10 slices. Garnish with half the meat mixture and half tomatoes. Combine basil, parsley, oregano, rosemary, garlic powder, salt and pepper and sprinkle half the mixture over the tomatoes. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil. Crumble remaining bread slices over the spices and oil. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk and bring to boil. Cook and stir until thickened and bubble, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan. Pour over casserole. Top with mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and golden.

Yield: 8 to 10 servings.

Enjoy!

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