Best 3 Americas Test Kitchen Chunky Tomato Sauce For Lasagna Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with America's Test Kitchen's Chunky Tomato Sauce for Lasagna, a symphony of flavors that will elevate your lasagna to new heights. This robust sauce is crafted with a medley of ripe tomatoes, sweet onions, aromatic garlic, and a touch of Italian seasoning, simmered to perfection for a rich and savory taste. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this versatile sauce will become your go-to choice for lasagna and other Italian-inspired dishes.

Discover a collection of delectable recipes that showcase the versatility of America's Test Kitchen's Chunky Tomato Sauce. Dive into the classic Lasagna Bolognese, a hearty and comforting dish featuring layers of pasta, the chunky tomato sauce, and a luscious béchamel sauce. For a vegetarian twist, try the Vegetable Lasagna, packed with colorful vegetables and topped with a golden brown cheese crust. If you're short on time, the One-Pot Lasagna Skillet offers a quick and easy weeknight meal, combining all the lasagna flavors in a single pan. And for a unique twist, the Lasagna Roll-Ups are sure to impress, filled with the chunky tomato sauce and cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly.

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10 MINUTE TOMATO SAUCE FROM AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN



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Fresh tasting pasta sauce using canned crushed tomatoes as described on America's Test Kitchens. Use either Muir Glenn or Tuttoroso crushed tomatoes because they use a lower processing temperature in the canning process and therefore are fresher tasting than other brands. Recipe Notes: According to the chefs, grating the onions instead of chopping allows them to carmelize more quickly. The butter is used because saturated fats helps the onions stay sweet. Olive oil contains unsaturated fats that react with an enzyme in the onion that can result in a bitter taste. Using crushed tomatoes is preferable to other forms. The chefs apparently expended a great deal of effort in developing this simple recipe so it is suggested that it be followed closely in order to acheive a fresh tasting sauce from canned tomatoes.

Provided by ks100

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup onion, grated
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup grated onion. Saute 2 minutes. Add oregano and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook with stirring 3 minutes until onions begin to brown. Add crushed garlic. Cook 30 seconds. Add crushed tomatoes and sugar. Turn heat to high and cook with stirring until simmering. Turn heat to medium low. Simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in olive oil and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 604.1, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 0.7, Protein 3.6

AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN SIMPLE CHEESE LASAGNA



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The fresh basil is the key ingredient. Cheesy, flavorful, and delicious! I made Recipe# 483397 along with it, but if you are using regular jarred sauce you'll only need about 2 24-26 oz jars. I used regular noodles in place of no-boil. Recipe courtesy of America's Test Kitchen Family Cookbook.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

15 ounces ricotta cheese (1 3/4 cups)
2 1/2 ounces parmesan cheese, grated (1 1/4 cups)
1/2 cup fresh basil, minced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 cups tomato sauce (See America's Test Kitchen Chunky Tomato Sauce for Lasagna)
12 no-boil lasagna noodles
1 lb whole milk mozzarella, shredded (4 cups)

Steps:

  • Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and heat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Mix the ricotta, 1 cup of the Parmesan, the basil, egg, salt, and pepper until well-combined.
  • Spread 1/4 cup of the tomato sauce over the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Place 3 of the noodles on top of the sauce and drop 3 tablespoons of the ricotta mixture down the center of each noodle, then spread it to an even thickness.
  • Sprinkle evenly with 1 cup of the mozzarella.
  • Spoon 1 1/2 cups of the sauce evenly over the cheese. Repeat this layering 2 more times.
  • For the final layer, place the 3 remaining noodles on top.
  • Spread the remaining 1 1/4 cups sauce over the noodles.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella and then the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
  • Spray a large sheet of foil lightly with vegetable oil spray and cover the lasagna. Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and continue to bake until the cheese is browned and the sauce is bubbling, about 25 minutes longer.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 104.2, Sodium 1655.5, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 8.7, Protein 25.6

SPINACH LASAGNA -- AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN



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Our favorite lasagna noodles are Barilla No Boil. You can thaw the spinach overnight in the refrigerator instead of microwaving it. But do warm the spinach liquid to help smooth the ricotta. Ingredients

Provided by Jeff T.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

30 ounces frozen chopped spinach
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped fine
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 dash salt and pepper
6 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
24 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
3 ounces parmesan cheese, grated (1 1/2 cups)
2 large eggs
12 no-boil lasagna noodles
12 ounces whole-milk mozzarella cheese, shredded (3 cups)

Steps:

  • 1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Microwave spinach in covered large bowl until completely thawed, about 15 minutes, stirring halfway through. Squeeze spinach dry, reserving 1/3 cup liquid. Pulse spinach in food processor until ground, 8 to 10 pulses, scraping down bowl every few pulses. Wipe out large bowl with paper towels. Transfer spinach to now-empty bowl; set aside.
  • 2. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, ½ cup processed spinach, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper and cook until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Off heat, stir in 3 tablespoons basil; set aside.
  • 3. Process ricotta and reserved spinach liquid in food processor until smooth, about 30 seconds. Add Parmesan, remaining 3 tablespoons basil, eggs, 1½ teaspoons salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper and process until combined. Stir ricotta mixture into remaining processed spinach.
  • 4. Cover bottom of 13 by 9-inch baking dish with 1¼ cups sauce. Top with 3 noodles and spread one-third of ricotta mixture evenly over noodles. Sprinkle with 2/3 cup mozzarella and cover with 1¼ cups sauce. Repeat twice, beginning with noodles and ending with sauce. Top with remaining 3 noodles, remaining sauce, and remaining 1 cup mozzarella.
  • 5. Cover pan tightly with aluminum foil sprayed with vegetable oil spray and bake until bubbling around edges, about 40 minutes. Discard foil and continue to bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Cool on wire rack for 30 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.6, Fat 29.4, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 132.9, Sodium 860.9, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 32.1

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tomatoes. Vine-ripened tomatoes are ideal, but any type of ripe, fresh tomato will work.
  • Roast the tomatoes before cooking them. This step intensifies the flavor and sweetness of the tomatoes.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the tomatoes. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Salt, pepper, garlic, and basil are all classic additions to tomato sauce.
  • Use the sauce in your favorite lasagna recipe. It's also great on pasta, pizza, or chicken parmesan.

Conclusion:

This chunky tomato sauce is the perfect addition to your next lasagna dinner. It's made with roasted tomatoes, garlic, onion, and basil, and it's simmered until it's thick and flavorful. Whether you're using it in a lasagna, on pasta, or as a dipping sauce, this sauce is sure to be a hit.

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