HOW TO MAKE ITALIAN LASAGNA AT HOME..

Author :chef ssentongo Geoffrey from “MR-DELICIOUS RECIPE”

To make Italian Lasagna at home, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

• 9 lasagna noodles
• 1 pound ground beef (or Italian sausage)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet or pan, cook the ground beef (or Italian sausage) over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
4. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
5. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, marinara sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
6. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese and egg until well combined.
7. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.
8. Place three lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
9. Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles.
10. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
11. Repeat the layers, starting with the meat sauce, then noodles, ricotta cheese mixture, and cheese.
12. For the final layer, top with the remaining meat sauce and a generous amount of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
13. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
14. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese on top turns golden brown and bubbly.
15. Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving.
16. Optional: Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
17. Cut into squares or rectangular servings and enjoy your homemade Italian Lasagna!

Note: You can add variations to your lasagna by adding sautéed vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers. Additionally, you can layer in cooked and drained spinach or use a combination of different cheeses for added flavor.

Enjoy your homemade food by you and your family.

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