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World’s Best Lasagna

World's Best Lasagna: The Ultimate Comfort Food Delight

Discover the World’s Best Lasagna, a customizable comfort food that brings warmth and joy to any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage or chicken sausage for a lighter version
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white onions work best
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes or canned whole tomatoes for chunkier sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste can substitute with more crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano fresh herbs enhance aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Basil fresh herbs enhance aroma
  • to taste Salt sea salt recommended
  • to taste Pepper freshly cracked black pepper recommended
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese or cottage cheese
  • 1 large Egg omit for vegan option
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese or blend with provolone
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather a 9x13 inch baking dish for layering.
  2. In a large skillet, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until the meat is browned and onions are translucent.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt. Mix until creamy and well blended.
  5. In the baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat layers, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until top is golden and bubbly.
  7. Let cool for about 15 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh herbs for more flavor and consider adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.

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