Impress Your Guests With This Classic Lasagna Recipe
Course: LasagnaDifficulty: EasyServings
6
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
1
hourCalories per serving
480
kcalImpress Your Guests With This Classic Lasagna Recipe
With its unique flavor and rich texture, lasagna is one of the most famous Italian dishes. This delicious food is a staple in many households. Its name comes from the Greek word “lasagnum,” which means bowl or dish. Lasagna consists of alternate layers of pasta, sauce and cheese, but there are many other variations worldwide. This classic Italian pasta casserole dish can be prepared in a multitude of ways.
Lasagna is considered a comfort food. Its history dates back to ancient times. The Romans were the first one to create a dish called lasanum or lasana. Over time, this new dish spread all across Europe. Today, every country has its own lasagna recipes. This flavor-packed food is renowned all over the world. Lasagna is usually served in casseroles, so that two people can share it. It’s also available in frozen form. This dish goes well with salad and bread.
The classic recipe requires durum wheat pasta, béchamel or tomato sauce, Parmigiano-Reggiano and meat. There are hundreds of lasagna recipes, and each boasts a unique taste. In addition to the standard ingredients, lasagna can be made with mozzarella or ricotta cheese, mushrooms, spinach, garlic, onion, wine, eggs and carrots. Popular variations include mixed mushroom and spinach lasagna, seafood lasagna, heirloom fruit lasagna, Mexicano lasagna grande and lasagna Bolognese.
Many people make lasagna with beef, whole wheat noodles, eggplant and even Italian sausage. This dish is extremely versatile and can accommodate a wide range of ingredients. Vegan and vegetarian recipes are available too. Those who are on a diet can use low calorie sauce, fat-free plain yogurt, tofu, skim milk, cottage cheese, zucchini, venison or ground turkey.
With its unique flavor and rich texture, lasagna is one of the most famous Italian dishes. This delicious food is a staple in many households. Its name comes from the Greek word “lasagnum,” which means bowl or dish. Lasagna consists of alternate layers of pasta, sauce and cheese, but there are many other variations worldwide. This classic Italian pasta casserole dish can be prepared in a multitude of ways.
Lasagna is considered a comfort food. Its history dates back to ancient times. The Romans were the first one to create a dish called lasanum or lasana. Over time, this new dish spread all across Europe. Today, every country has its own lasagna recipes. This flavor-packed food is renowned all over the world. Lasagna is usually served in casseroles, so that two people can share it. It’s also available in frozen form. This dish goes well with salad and bread.
The classic recipe requires durum wheat pasta, béchamel or tomato sauce, Parmigiano-Reggiano and meat. There are hundreds of lasagna recipes, and each boasts a unique taste. In addition to the standard ingredients, lasagna can be made with mozzarella or ricotta cheese, mushrooms, spinach, garlic, onion, wine, eggs and carrots. Popular variations include mixed mushroom and spinach lasagna, seafood lasagna, heirloom fruit lasagna, Mexicano lasagna grande and lasagna Bolognese.
Many people make lasagna with beef, whole wheat noodles, eggplant and even Italian sausage. This dish is extremely versatile and can accommodate a wide range of ingredients. Vegan and vegetarian recipes are available too. Those who are on a diet can use low calorie sauce, fat-free plain yogurt, tofu, skim milk, cottage cheese, zucchini, venison or ground turkey.
Ingredients
12 pieces of lasagna, uncooked
½ pound ground beef or turkey
1 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 lbs tomato sauce
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cup ricotta cheese
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1 tablespoons dried parsley
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup water
Directions
- Fry the minced meat in a small amount of olive oil for 5 minutes until it turns brownish
- Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water for up to 10 minutes, or according to package directions. Do not stack cooked lasagna sheets on top of each other otherwise they will stick together (you can use foil between each sheet so they do not have contact)
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Add the eggs, salt and pepper.
- Combine your choice of meat, garlic, basil, parsley and tomato sauce in a separate bowl.
- Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange three lasagna noodles over the sauce. Cover with one cup of sauce. Add half of the cheese mixture and cover with another four pieces of lasagna, pressing gently. Top with sauce. Add the remaining noodles and top with sauce and cheese.
- Heat the oven to 180 C° (350°F). Cover the dish with aluminum foil and cook for up to 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 25 minutes.
- Let it cool for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with remaining parsley. Enjoy!
