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Italian Baked Homemade Lasagna

Italian Baked Homemade Lasagna for Family Comfort Nights

Experience the comforting layers of Italian Baked Homemade Lasagna, perfect for family dinners and festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Use mild or spicy variant to customize taste.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work well.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred.
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Canned is convenient.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Concentrates flavor and thickens sauce.
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce Can substitute with additional crushed tomatoes if needed.
  • 1 cup Red Wine Use broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 2 teaspoons Basil Dried can be used but in smaller amount.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can be omitted if desired.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper For seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Reduce for less heat.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese can be a substitute.
  • 1 Egg Can omit for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds sharpness.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Provides a gooey melty top layer.
For the Lasagna Structure
  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles No-boil noodles save prep time.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • baking dish
  • pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Italian Baked Homemade Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage with diced onion. Sauté until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. To the skillet, add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, red wine, basil, sugar, and season with salt and pepper. Let it simmer for about 45 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, beaten egg, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  6. Cook the lasagna noodles in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and drizzle with olive oil.
  7. In a greased baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 25 minutes.
  9. Let it rest for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize ingredients and ensure to season each layer for enhanced flavor.

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