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Lasagna

Indulgent Lasagna: Your Ultimate Comfort Food Adventure

Discover the joy of homemade lasagna, a customizable comfort food that satisfies cravings while bringing family together.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 large onion Chopped, yellow preferred.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced, fresh is recommended.
  • 1 pound ground beef Or mix with Italian sausage.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes Optional for heat.
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ cup dry red wine Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon sugar Or substitute.
For the Filling
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese Or substitute with cottage cheese.
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley Chopped.
  • 1 large egg Omit for vegan version.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
For Assembly
  • 12 sheets lasagna noodles Use oven-ready or regular noodles.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Homemade Lasagna
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, approximately 6-8 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano, basil, and thyme, along with a pinch of red pepper flakes. Stir well for about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes, 8 ounces of tomato sauce, and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Add ½ cup of dry red wine, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer uncovered for at least 30 minutes.
  5. While the sauce simmers, whisk together 15 ounces of ricotta cheese, ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 egg in a mixing bowl. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by greasing it.
  7. Start layering by spreading a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta mixture and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  8. Cover the assembled lasagna with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  9. Once out of the oven, let your lasagna rest for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing.
  10. Cut the lasagna into squares and serve warm with a fresh green salad and garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or different herbs to fit your taste preferences.

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