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The World’s Best Lasagna That Will Make You Feel at Home

The World’s Best Lasagna That Will Make You Feel at Home

The World’s Best Lasagna That Will Make You Feel at Home is a comforting dish with layers of gooey cheese and rich sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Layers
  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles Uncooked; can use gluten-free options.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Choose lean cuts for a healthier twist.
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Sweet or spicy based on preference.
  • 4 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Essential for creamy texture.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese For a crispy, golden crust.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Best mixed with egg for creaminess.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ricotta for a well-formed filling.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade or store-bought.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Dried herbs can be substituted.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Topping
  • 2 cups Additional Mozzarella Cheese Layer on top for extra gooeyness.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet, cooking until browned.
  4. Stir in marinara sauce, salt, pepper, and fresh basil, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese and egg until smooth.
  6. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the baking dish, add lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, and shredded mozzarella, repeating layers.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  8. Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing lasagna to sit for at least 15 minutes after baking is key for neat slices.

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