The Best Homemade Lasagna Recipe with rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta layers, and perfectly baked pasta sheets for a timeless family dinner. Best Homemade Lasagna is ideal for Sunday dinner comfort food, traditional Italian pasta bake recipes, crowd pleasing casserole meals, make ahead freezer dinners, and hearty holiday main dishes. Try it tonight! #HomemadeLasagna #ItalianDinner #FamilyMeals
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Best Homemade Lasagna That Will Warm Your Heart
Description
Experience the comforting warmth of the Best Homemade Lasagna, filled with savory ingredients and perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil any neutral oil will do
- 1 cup Chopped Onion shallots can be a milder substitute
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic use freshly minced for best results
- 1 pound Ground Beef swap with ground turkey or chicken for lighter option
- 1 pound Ground Pork
- 28 ounces Diced Tomatoes canned or fresh
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste can be omitted
- 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar substitute with honey if desired
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil use fresh for stronger flavor
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano use fresh for stronger flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust based on spice preference
- to taste Salt opt for sea salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 12 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and pork, cooking until browned, about 810 minutes.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes and tomato paste; season with sugar, dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Let the mixture simmer for 30 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, a pinch of basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Grease a 9×13 baking dish, start building the layers with meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Allow the lasagna to rest for 15 minutes for cleaner slices. Consider adding vegetables for added nutrition and flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 25g
