Italian Lasagna Recipe ๐
Description: This cherished recipe was passed down to my family by an Italian Grandma who used to care for my older brother while my dad was in law school. It’s a comforting dish that can be prepared ahead of time and frozen for convenience. Remember to allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to allow it to set properly.
Keywords: Meat, European, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins, Oven, Freezer
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 848.9
- Fat: 47.3g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Cholesterol: 153.2mg
- Sodium: 1605.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 53.8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 7.6g
- Protein: 51.5g
Ingredients:
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 1/2 – 2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 can whole tomatoes
- 3/4 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup monterey jack cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Lasagne noodles
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cook lasagne noodles according to package instructions. |
| 2 | While noodles are cooking, brown the ground beef with onion and garlic in oil. |
| 3 | Drain excess fat from beef mixture. |
| 4 | Stir in sugar, pepper, salt, whole tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Allow to simmer for 10 minutes. |
| 5 | Slice both types of cheese. |
| 6 | In a separate bowl, mix oregano and basil together. |
| 7 | Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). |
| 8 | In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer lasagne noodles, cheese, sauce, and spices. Repeat for 2 or 3 layers, depending on the depth of your dish. |
| 9 | Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. |
| 10 | Allow the lasagna to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to firm up slightly. |
| 11 | Leftovers can be frozen and reheated later for another meal. Simply bake from frozen for approximately one hour. |
Tips:
- For added flavor, you can sautรฉ mushrooms or spinach to include in the layers.
- Feel free to customize the cheese blend with your favorites, such as ricotta or parmesan.
- Serve with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.
Enjoy this hearty Italian Lasagna recipe, filled with love and tradition, straight from our family to yours! ๐ฎ๐น๐ฝ๏ธ
