Best 5 Ina Gartens Lasagna Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with Ina Garten's lasagna, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This iconic dish, a testament to the culinary prowess of the Barefoot Contessa, combines layers of succulent pasta, velvety béchamel sauce, savory meat sauce, and a symphony of cheeses, culminating in a golden-brown masterpiece. Perfect for special occasions, this lasagna will leave you and your loved ones in awe.

Within this article, you'll discover not just one, but a collection of Ina Garten's lasagna recipes, each with its own unique twist. From the classic lasagna with its traditional flavors to the vegetarian lasagna bursting with garden-fresh vegetables, and the indulgent lobster lasagna that elevates this dish to new heights, this article promises a lasagna experience like no other. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets behind Ina Garten's lasagna magic.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY LASAGNA



Turkey Lasagna image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds sweet Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes in tomato puree
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound lasagna noodles
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3 to 4 ounces creamy goat cheese, crumbled
1 cup grated Parmesan, plus 1/4 cup for sprinkling
1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large (10 to 12-inch) skillet. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the sausage and cook over medium-low heat, breaking it up with a fork, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, the basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat, for 15 to 20 minutes, until thickened.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large bowl with the hottest tap water. Add the noodles and allow them to sit in the water for 20 minutes. Drain.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, goat cheese, 1 cup of Parmesan, the egg, the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside.
  • Ladle 1/3 of the sauce into a 9 by 12 by 2-inch rectangular baking dish, spreading the sauce over the bottom of the dish. Then add the layers as follows: half the pasta, half the mozzarella, half the ricotta, and one 1/3 of the sauce. Add the rest of the pasta, mozzarella, ricotta, and finally, sauce. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of Parmesan. Bake for 30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling.

LASAGNA WITH TURKEY SAUSAGE



Lasagna with Turkey Sausage image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds sweet Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes in tomato puree
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound lasagna noodles
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3 to 4 ounces creamy goat cheese, crumbled
1 cup grated Parmesan, plus 1/4 cup for sprinkling
1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large (10 to 12-inch) skillet. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the sausage and cook over medium-low heat, breaking it up with a fork, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, the basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat, for 15 to 20 minutes, until thickened.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large bowl with the hottest tap water. Add the noodles and allow them to sit in the water for 20 minutes. Drain.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, goat cheese, 1 cup of Parmesan, the egg, the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside.
  • Ladle 1/3 of the sauce into a 9 by 12 by 2-inch rectangular baking dish, spreading the sauce over the bottom of the dish. Then add the layers as follows: half the pasta, half the mozzarella, half the ricotta, and one third of the sauce. Add the rest of the pasta, mozzarella, ricotta, and finally, sauce. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of Parmesan. Bake for 30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling.

INA GARTEN'S LASAGNA



INA GARTEN'S LASAGNA image

Categories     Pasta

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds sweet Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes in tomato puree
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound lasagna noodles
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3 to 4 ounces creamy goat cheese, crumbled
1 cup grated Parmesan, plus 1/4 cup for sprinkling
1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Directions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat the olive oil in a large (10 to 12-inch) skillet. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the sausage and cook over medium-low heat, breaking it up with a fork, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, the basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat, for 15 to 20 minutes, until thickened. Meanwhile, fill a large bowl with the hottest tap water. Add the noodles and allow them to sit in the water for 20 minutes. Drain. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, goat cheese, 1 cup of Parmesan, the egg, the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside. Ladle 1/3 of the sauce into a 9 by 12 by 2-inch rectangular baking dish, spreading the sauce over the bottom of the dish. Then add the layers as follows: half the pasta, half the mozzarella, half the ricotta, and one third of the sauce. Add the rest of the pasta, mozzarella, ricotta, and finally, sauce. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of Parmesan. Bake for 30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling.

LASAGNA WITH GOAT CHEESE FROM INA GARTEN



Lasagna With Goat Cheese from Ina Garten image

I saw this on an episode of "Barefoot Contessa" and tried it for myself. It is the best. I do make variations on her recipe though.

Provided by Ms. DMAC

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 1/2 lbs sweet Italian sausage (casings removed)
1.5 (1 lb) jars Ragu sundried tomato and sweet basil pasta sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 lb lasagna noodle (Barilla no-boil)
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3 -4 ounces creamy goat cheese, crumbled
1 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten
1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large (10 to 12-inch) skillet. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat, until translucent.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add the sausage and cook over medium-low heat, breaking it up with a fork, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until no longer pink.
  • Add the Jar of Ragu Sundried Tomato & Sweet Basil Pasta Sauce Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat, for 15 to 20 minutes, until thickened.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, goat cheese, 1 cup of Parmesan, the egg, the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside.
  • Ladle 1/3 of the sauce into a 9 by 12 by 2-inch rectangular baking dish, spreading the sauce over the bottom of the dish. Then add the layers as follows: half the pasta, half the mozzarella, half the ricotta, and one third of the sauce. Add the rest of the pasta, mozzarella, ricotta, and finally, sauce. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of Parmesan. Bake for 30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655, Fat 39.2, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 146.8, Sodium 1195.3, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 45.8

BAREFOOT CONTESSA'S LASAGNA



Barefoot Contessa's Lasagna image

Make and share this Barefoot Contessa's Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cookinginmarin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 1 Lasagna, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs hot Italian sausage, casings removed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 lb lasagna noodle
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3 -4 ounces creamy goat cheese, crumbled
1 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus 1/4 cup for sprinkling
1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten
1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large (10 to 12-inch) skillet. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the sausage and cook over medium-low heat, breaking it up with a fork, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, the basil, 1½ teaspoons of the salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat, for 25-30 minutes, until thickened and tomatoes have reached desired taste.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large bowl with the hottest tap water. Add the noodles and allow them to sit in the water for 20 minutes. Drain.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, goat cheese, 1 cup of Parmesan, the egg, the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley, remaining ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Set aside.
  • Ladle 1/3 of the sauce into a 9 by 12 by 2-inch rectangular baking dish, spreading the sauce over the bottom of the dish. Then add the layers as follows: half the pasta, half the mozzarella, half the ricotta, and one 1/3 of the sauce. Add the rest of the pasta, mozzarella, ricotta, and finally, sauce. Sprinkle with ¼ cup of Parmesan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling.

Tips:

- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. - Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. - Use a variety of cheeses for a rich, flavorful lasagna. Ina Garten recommends a combination of ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella. - Layer the lasagna in a 9x13 inch baking dish. This will ensure that the lasagna cooks evenly. - Bake the lasagna at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the lasagna is heated through. - Let the lasagna cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the lasagna to set and make it easier to cut.

Conclusion:

Ina Garten's lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. With its rich, flavorful sauce, tender pasta, and melted cheese, this lasagna is a comfort food that will warm your soul. Be sure to try Ina Garten's lasagna recipe the next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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