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12-Layer Lasagna

Ultimate 12-Layer Lasagna That Delivers Comfort in Every Bite

This 12-layer lasagna is a comforting blend of tender noodles, savory sauce, and gooey cheese, perfect for any family gathering.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with turkey or mushrooms for vegetarian.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced; shallots could be a milder substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic is best.
  • 28 ounces Tomato Sauce Homemade for an extra touch.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese makes a lighter alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Silken tofu serves as a vegan substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works well as a non-dairy option.
For the Layers
  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles Regular or no-boil varieties.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Provolone can be used for a twist.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-6 minutes.
  3. Add diced onions and minced garlic into the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in your tomato sauce along with half the salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, remaining salt, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.
  6. Start layering in your baking dish: meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
  7. Finish with a final layer of noodles topped with remaining meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are bubbling and cheese is melted.
  9. Remove from oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Let it rest to prevent layers from sliding.

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