Five Cheese Lasagna Recipe
Description:
Indulge in our family-favorite Five Cheese Lasagna recipe, a hearty dish that boasts rich flavors and textures. This lasagna variation yields a slightly drier consistency as the noodles are cooked within the savory sauce, ensuring each bite is packed with deliciousness. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal, this recipe produces a sizable pan, making it ideal for gatherings with loved ones. Pair it with a crisp salad, garlic toast, and a glass of your favorite red wine for a truly satisfying dining experience.
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Cheese, Meat, European, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups dry lasagna noodles
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups monterey jack cheese
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 green pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup red wine
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1062.2
- Fat: 55.3g
- Saturated Fat: 27.5g
- Cholesterol: 173.6mg
- Sodium: 1689.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 72.1g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Sugar: 10.8g
- Protein: 59.2g
Servings: 6
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare Meat Mixture:
- Brown ground round, onions, and green pepper in a skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Once halfway browned, add garlic powder, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and thyme.
- After fully browning, remove from heat and deglaze the pan with red wine.
- Stir in spaghetti sauce and simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Layering the Lasagna:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of spaghetti sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent noodles from sticking.
- Arrange dry lasagna noodles over the sauce, covering the bottom of the pan.
- Add a generous layer of spaghetti sauce over the noodles.
- Sprinkle one-third of each cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, monterey jack, and parmesan) evenly over the sauce.
- Repeat the layers: noodles, ricotta cheese, parmesan, and white cheeses.
- Finish with a final layer of noodles, remaining sauce, and the rest of the cheeses.
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Bake and Serve:
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to meld.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow for easier slicing and serving.
Serve and Enjoy:
Slice into generous portions and serve your Five Cheese Lasagna alongside a vibrant salad, garlic toast, and a glass of your preferred red wine. This comforting meal is perfect for sharing with family and friends, offering a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone coming back for seconds. Bon appétit! 🍽️🧀🍷
