Best 8 8 Layer Lasagna Recipes

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Indulge in culinary bliss with our enticing 8-Layer Lasagna, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This meticulously crafted lasagna boasts eight delectable layers, each contributing a unique element to this Italian masterpiece. Discover the harmonious blend of tender lasagna noodles, a trio of delectable cheeses – ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella – succulent ground beef, a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, and a sprinkle of fragrant Italian herbs. With its impressive presentation and symphony of flavors, this 8-Layer Lasagna will undoubtedly be the star of your next family gathering or special occasion. Embark on a culinary journey and explore the detailed recipe, along with variations and expert tips, to create this extraordinary dish that is sure to impress.

**Additional Recipes Explored in the Article:**

- **Traditional Lasagna:** Experience the classic lasagna recipe, a timeless dish that showcases the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Discover the secrets to preparing a hearty meat sauce, velvety béchamel sauce, and perfectly cooked lasagna noodles.

- **Vegetable Lasagna:** Embark on a vegetarian adventure with our vegetable lasagna, a vibrant and flavorful dish packed with an array of fresh vegetables. Learn how to create a medley of roasted vegetables, a creamy spinach filling, and a tangy tomato sauce to create a lasagna that is both nutritious and delicious.

- **White Lasagna:** Indulge in the luxurious flavors of white lasagna, a rich and decadent dish that showcases the creamy goodness of béchamel sauce. Discover the art of preparing a flavorful mushroom filling, a velvety white sauce, and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese to create a lasagna that is both indulgent and elegant.

- **Artichoke Lasagna:** Experience the unique and savory flavors of artichoke lasagna, a delightful variation that combines the tender heart of artichokes with a creamy ricotta filling and a tangy tomato sauce. Learn how to prepare a succulent artichoke filling, a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to create a lasagna that is both unique and unforgettable.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST LAYERED LASAGNA RECIPE BY TASTY



The Best Layered Lasagna Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, butter, onion, large carrot, celery stalk, ground beef, ground pork, salt, pepper, can of tomato paste, red wine, diced tomato, ricotta cheese, fresh basil, shredded parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, egg, salt, pepper, lasagna noodle, shredded mozzarella cheese

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Lunch

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, minced
½ cup large carrot, peeled and minced
½ cup celery stalk, minced
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup can of tomato paste
2 cups red wine
4 cups diced tomato
15 oz ricotta cheese
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus more to taste
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 egg
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 lb lasagna noodle, cooked
shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Add the olive oil and butter to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once warmed, add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Once the vegetables have caramelized, add the beef, pork, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Stir to combine, breaking up the pieces of meat, until the meat has browned, 15-20 minutes.
  • Once the sauce is dark brown and starting to stick slightly to the bottom of the pan, add the red wine. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release all the cooked brown bits. Once the wine comes to a simmer, add the diced canned tomatoes, and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for at least 30 minutes (the longer the better!) stirring occasionally.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, basil, Parmesan, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper.
  • In a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) glass baking dish, add a layer of bolognese to the bottom. Top with noodles, then spread a layer of the ricotta mixture on top. Repeat with another layer of bolognese, noodles, ricotta, noodles, bolognese, then top with mozzarella and additional Parmesan. Cover the pan with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until the cheese on top has browned and the bolognese is bubbling. Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 6 grams

BEST LASAGNA



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Want to know how to make lasagna for a casual holiday meal? You can't go wrong with this deliciously rich meat lasagna recipe. My grown sons and daughter-in-law request it for their birthdays, too. -Pam Thompson, Girard, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

9 lasagna noodles
1-1/4 pounds bulk Italian sausage
3/4 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
2/3 cup water
2 to 3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
2 teaspoons dried basil
3/4 teaspoon fennel seed
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage, beef and onion over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking up meat into crumbles. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Drain., Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, 3 tablespoons parsley, basil, fennel, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes, stirring occasionally., In a small bowl, mix egg, ricotta cheese and remaining parsley and salt., Preheat oven to 375°. Spread 2 cups meat sauce into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with 3 noodles and a third of the ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining meat sauce and cheeses (dish will be full)., Bake, covered, 25 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 25 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 27g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 1013mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

WORLD'S BEST LASAGNA



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It takes a little work, but it is worth it.

Provided by John Chandler

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 3h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 pound sweet Italian sausage
¾ pound lean ground beef
½ cup minced onion
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (6.5 ounce) cans canned tomato sauce
½ cup water
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil leaves
½ teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 lasagna noodles
16 ounces ricotta cheese
1 egg
¾ pound mozzarella cheese, sliced
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until well browned. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Season with sugar, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons parsley. Simmer, covered, for about 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain noodles, and rinse with cold water. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with egg, remaining parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • To assemble, spread 1 1/2 cups of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange 6 noodles lengthwise over meat sauce. Spread with one half of the ricotta cheese mixture. Top with a third of mozzarella cheese slices. Spoon 1 1/2 cups meat sauce over mozzarella, and sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers, and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil: to prevent sticking, either spray foil with cooking spray, or make sure the foil does not touch the cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil, and bake an additional 25 minutes. Cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 1400.4 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

TEN-LAYER LASAGNA BOLOGNESE



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From the Emilia Romagna region of Italy, this lasagna has cured many poor spirits here stateside. Delicious as the original may be, my multi layered version, packed with veggies, addresses each area carefully to yield a dish you enjoy guilt free.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing
8 ounces ground beef (80/20)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
20 basil leaves, torn into bite-size pieces
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce, such as Pomi
1 quart whole milk
1 tablespoon arrowroot
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 to 3 small zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick strips on a mandoline
6 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano
4 ounces no-boil lasagna sheets, such as Delallo's

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the ground beef with salt and pepper and add to the pan once the oil is smoking. Brown the beef on one side, about 2 minutes, then break it up with a spoon. Add the basil and then the marinara sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until it is slightly thicker, about 1 minute. Set aside.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the milk to a small bowl and mix with the arrowroot. Add the remaining milk to a small saucepot and bring to a simmer over high heat. Add the arrowroot mixture and whisk until thickened, about 30 seconds. Turn off the heat, add the nutmeg and whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Grease an 8-by-8-inch baking dish with oil. Spoon a little bit of Bolognese red sauce and a little bit of the white sauce on the bottom of the pan. Add a layer of the zucchini slices and grate the Parmigiano directly over the top to cover. Add a single layer, or 2 sheets of lasagna noodles - you can cut the noodles and use the trim if they don't fit perfectly. Repeat the layers until the dish is filled to the brim, making 10 layers. Sprinkle the top with any remaining Parmigiano. Place the pan in the oven and bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 40 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven, let stand for at least 5 minutes and then cut and serve.

CATELLI'S 10 LAYER LASAGNA WITH DOMENICA'S SAUCE



Catelli's 10 Layer Lasagna with Domenica's Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h30m

Yield 10 main course servings or 20 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for the pan
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sheep-milk ricotta, such as Bellwether Farm
1/2 cup mild goat cheese, such as Laura Chenel
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus additional for lasagna
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, plus additional for lasagna
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 egg yolks, preferably organic
5 to 6 cups "00" flour, preferably organic
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 cups milk, preferably organic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • For Domenica's sauce: Lightly saute the garlic and chili flakes in the olive oil in a saucepan. Add the tomatoes and salt and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • For the three-cheese filling: Mix together ricotta, goat cheese, Parmesan, basil, mint, nutmeg and some salt and pepper in a bowl.
  • For the pasta: Place the yolks in the base of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and turn on low speed. Start slowly adding flour. As the dough starts to come together, scrape down the sides of the bowl. Remove the dough and knead until smooth and not sticky. Let rest for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Cut dough into four quarters. Roll the quarters through a pasta machine, starting with the widest opening, taking it through each opening once or twice and finishing with the smallest opening. (You should be able to see through the finished pasta sheets.)
  • Cut sheets into pieces that will fit in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan.
  • Boil a pot of water and cook pasta sheets for about 1 minute, then remove them and put them in ice water to stop the cooking. Remove the sheets and lay out on clean kitchen towels or napkins.
  • For the thyme bechamel: Heat the butter and flour in a saucepan over medium heat and stir together for a minute. Add the milk, thyme and some salt and pepper and cook until mixture starts to thicken. Turn off heat and set aside.
  • To assemble: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Coat a large baking dish with olive oil. Lay a sheet of pasta in the bottom and spread with a thin layer of bechamel and cheese filling. Spread with a rubber spatula or large metal spoon. Add a layer of pasta, then spread a layer of tomato sauce on that.
  • Repeat this assembly until the pasta is all layered. Finish the top layer with tomato sauce and bechamel and sprinkle with Parmesan and basil. Cover with foil and bake for 24 to 30 minutes. Remove foil and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

100-LAYER LASAGNA RECIPE BY TASTY



100-Layer Lasagna Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, flour, milk, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, olive oil, onion, carrot, celery, ground beef, tomato sauce, tomato paste, chicken stock, salt, black pepper, no-boil flat lasagna noodles, grated parmesan cheese, fresh chives

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 stick butter
½ cup flour
8 cups milk
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ cup olive oil
2 cups onion, finely chopped
2 cups carrot, finely chopped
2 cups celery, finely chopped
6 lb ground beef, 80% lean 20% fat
115 oz tomato sauce, 4 cans
½ cup tomato paste
4 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon salt
½ tablespoon black pepper
110 no-boil flat lasagna noodles
2 cups grated parmesan cheese
1 cup fresh chives, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Lay down about 6 feet (1.8 meters) of tinfoil on a flat surface. Place place 4 clusters of 2 lasagna noodles towards the left half of the foil sheet, leaving about a ½-inch (1 cm) gap in between each cluster.
  • Fold the right half of foil over the noodles, pressing flat. To help you see where the noodles are, run your finger along the edges of the noodles to create a rough outline in the foil.
  • Fold the top and bottom flaps of foil over, creasing and pressing flat.
  • Flip the foil sheet onto the table so that it's now standing, then arrange into a square box, using the 4 groups of noodles as a visual guide. Fold and crease over any excess foil to join the ends together, then set aside.
  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour, cooking until the mixture reaches a light golden color.
  • Slowly drizzle in the milk and bring to a boil, whisking constantly until smooth. Mix in salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil.
  • Transfer the béchamel to a large bowl and press plastic wrap onto the surface of the sauce to prevent a skin from forming. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a very large pot over high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onions, carrots, and celery and cook until the vegetables have started to sweat but aren't browning.
  • Add in the ground beef and use a wooden spoon or spatula to break up the meat into small pieces.
  • Cook the beef, stirring occasionally, until half of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Add in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, chicken stock, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine evenly and breaking up any last lumps.
  • Turn down the heat to low, and simmer, covered, for about 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • To assemble, line a greased 9x9-inch (23x23-cm) square baking pan with 2 sheets of foil that extend over the sides.
  • Spread a thin layer of béchamel on the lined baking pan and top with 2 lasagna noodles. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce evenly across the noodles, followed by a thin layer of béchamel. Repeat the layering process, following the order of: 2 noodles, meat sauce, and béchamel. Alternate the direction of the lasagna sheets after every layer.
  • After 50 layers, place the foil box over the lasagna, helping it stay upright and stable.
  • Continue with the layering process until the 99th layer.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan on top, then cover the whole lasagna with foil.
  • Bake for about 1½ hours, uncovering the foil halfway, until the top is a deep golden brown.
  • Cool for at least 2 hours, then carefully lift out the lasagna with the foil sleeves onto a large cutting board.
  • Peel away the foil walls, then sprinkle the top of the lasagna generously with chives.
  • Cut and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 914 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 52 grams, Sugar 16 grams

EASY LASAGNA II



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My family loves lasagna, but sometimes I lack the time for the long version. This is easy and satisfies everyone. Try it tonight!

Provided by Joanie Heger

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
32 ounces cottage cheese
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 eggs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried parsley
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
9 lasagna noodles
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat brown the ground beef. Drain the grease. Add spaghetti sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, 2 cups of the mozzarella cheese, eggs, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, salt and ground black pepper.
  • To assemble, in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish evenly spread 3/4 cup of the sauce mixture. Cover with 3 uncooked lasagna noodles, 1 3/4 cup of the cheese mixture, and 1/4 cup sauce. Repeat layers once more: top with 3 noodles, remaining sauce, remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Add 1/2 cup water to the edges of the pan. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree F(175 degrees C) oven for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 870.3 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

CLASSIC AND SIMPLE MEAT LASAGNA



Classic and Simple Meat Lasagna image

Whole wheat noodles and lean ground beef make this tasty favorite a little lighter.

Provided by ccb1122

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 whole wheat lasagna noodles
1 pound lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic, chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
2 eggs
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 ½ (25 ounce) jars tomato-basil pasta sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, add the lasagna noodles a few at a time, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Remove the noodles to a plate.
  • Place the ground beef into a skillet over medium heat, add the garlic, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook the meat, chopping it into small chunks as it cooks, until no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  • In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, eggs, and Parmesan cheese until thoroughly combined.
  • Place 4 noodles side by side into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan; top with a layer of the tomato-basil sauce, a layer of ground beef mixture, and a layer of the cottage cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice more, ending with a layer of sauce; sprinkle top with the mozzarella cheese. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese has melted, about 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake until cheese has begun to brown, about 10 more minutes. Allow to stand at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 114.5 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 999 mg, Sugar 12.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible, especially for the lasagna noodles, sauce, and cheese.
  • Don't boil the lasagna noodles before assembling the lasagna. This will make them too soft and mushy.
  • Be sure to layer the lasagna evenly so that each bite has a good balance of noodles, sauce, and cheese.
  • Cover the lasagna with foil before baking to prevent the top from getting too brown.
  • Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.

Conclusion:

This 8-layer lasagna is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. With its combination of fresh ingredients, flavorful sauce, and gooey cheese, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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