Best Homemade Lasagna
In the realm of comfort foods, few dishes rival the beloved lasagna. With its layers of rich sauce, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked noodles, lasagna embodies warmth, indulgence, and culinary satisfaction. In this blog post, we’ll explore the art of crafting the ultimate homemade lasagna – a dish that promises to delight the senses and bring joy to any gathering.
With its layers of savory goodness and irresistible cheesy allure, homemade lasagna is the epitome of comfort food perfection. Whether you’re serving it up for a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering with friends, this classic dish never fails to impress. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let the aroma of bubbling sauce and melted cheese fill your kitchen as you embark on a culinary adventure with this ultimate homemade lasagna recipe.
Notes
- A 9 x 13 pan will work, but a 10 x 14 pan will leave room for the ingredients to expand while cooking.
- To save time, you can use no-boil lasagna noodles, which can be layered directly into the lasagna without pre-cooking.
- Customize your lasagna by adding additional ingredients such as sliced mushrooms, spinach, or sliced zucchini.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to allow it to set, making it easier to slice and serve.
- Protect your dining table from hot casserole dishes with one of our Casserole Pads.
Ingredients
- 1 box cooked Lasagna Noodles
- 32 oz. Tub of Ricotta Cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Eggs, beaten
- 3 Tablespoons Italian Seasoning (or dried oregano and basil)
- 32 oz. Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- Large Jar (67 oz.) Spaghetti Sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 lb. cooked sweet Italian sausage
Instructions
- Preheat Oven to 375º
- Place drained noodles in cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Set aside 1.5 cup of shredded mozzarella for top.
- Mix together ricotta, parmesan, eggs, Italian Seasoning, mozzarella, and Salt & pepper.
- Using a ladle or large spoon, spoon out enough sauce to coat the bottom of the lasagna pan.
- Depending on the width of your pan, lay 3-4 noodles over the sauce.
- Drop 6-8 spoonfuls of cheese mixture onto noodles, carefully spread out.
- If using Italian sausage, crumble a big handful onto the cheese layer.
- Ladle another layer of sauce on top of cheese layer.
- Repeat layers until pan is full.
- Add top layer of noodles, ladle sauce over top, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle reserved mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover loosely with aluminum foil, bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil, bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let sit for 10-20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Best Homemade Lasagna
Serves: 10
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Amount Per Serving: 1 piece (385g)
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| Calories | 515 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 17 g | 26.2% | |
| Saturated Fat 9.8 g | 45% | |
| Trans Fat 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium 786 g | 32.8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 33 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8 g | 8% | |
| Sugars 3.7 g | ||
| Protein 34 g | ||
| Vitamin A | Vitamin C | |
| Calcium | Iron | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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