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Cheese Lasagna Recipe

Cheese Lasagna Recipe: Comfort in Every Delicious Layer

This Cheese Lasagna Recipe offers layers of creamy ricotta and gooey mozzarella, perfect for comfort and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 1 box Lasagna noodles Oven-ready preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium White onion Can substitute with yellow onion
  • 1 can Canned diced tomatoes With juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Aleppo pepper powder Can substitute with crushed red pepper or paprika
  • to taste Salt & black pepper Essential for flavor
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta cheese Can use cottage cheese as alternative
  • a handful Fresh parsley Chopped
  • 2 Eggs Beaten
  • 0.75 cup Mozzarella cheese Adjust quantity based on preference
  • optional Parmesan cheese For topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • pot for boiling noodles

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. If not using oven-ready noodles, boil a large pot of salted water. Cook noodles according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a clean towel.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped white onion, sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in canned diced tomatoes, oregano, Aleppo pepper, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with non-stick spray.
  5. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, parsley, beaten eggs, and mozzarella until smooth.
  6. Spread marinara sauce at the bottom of the baking dish. Layer noodles, ricotta mixture, and more marinara. Repeat for 3-4 layers.
  7. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake uncovered for 20-30 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
  9. Cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, allow layers to set and avoid overloading each layer. Can be made ahead and stored uncooked in the fridge for 24 hours or frozen for later use.

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