Best 5 Outstanding Northern Italian Lasagna Recipes

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In the culinary tapestry of Italy, lasagna stands as a beacon of regional pride and culinary expertise. This delectable dish, hailing from the northern regions of Italy, is a symphony of flavors and textures that has captured the hearts and palates of food lovers worldwide. In this article, we present a collection of outstanding lasagna recipes that embody the essence of Northern Italian cuisine. These recipes showcase the skillful use of fresh ingredients, traditional techniques, and a passion for creating memorable meals. From the classic Bolognese lasagna, with its rich meat sauce and creamy béchamel, to the innovative vegetarian lasagna, bursting with an array of seasonal vegetables, these recipes offer a culinary adventure that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

**Explore the diversity of Northern Italian lasagna with our carefully curated selection of recipes:**

1. **Classic Bolognese Lasagna:** Experience the timeless flavors of Northern Italy with this traditional lasagna featuring a hearty Bolognese sauce, layers of tender pasta, and a creamy béchamel.

2. **Vegetarian Lasagna:** Indulge in a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian lasagna packed with an assortment of roasted vegetables, spinach, and a savory tomato sauce.

3. **Seafood Lasagna:** Embark on a culinary journey to the coastal regions of Northern Italy with this seafood lasagna, combining succulent shrimp, tender mussels, and a delicate white sauce.

4. **Lasagna Verde:** Discover the unique charm of lasagna verde, featuring vibrant green pasta sheets made with spinach or basil, layered with a flavorful meat sauce and a rich cheese blend.

5. **Roasted Butternut Squash Lasagna:** Savor the comforting flavors of fall with this innovative lasagna, showcasing roasted butternut squash, caramelized onions, and a creamy goat cheese sauce.

Each recipe in this collection has been carefully crafted to highlight the culinary traditions of Northern Italy while offering a unique and unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're a seasoned lasagna aficionado or seeking new culinary adventures, these recipes are sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Italy's culinary heritage.

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

LASAGNA NORTHERN ITALIAN STYLE



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A different twist on the basic Sicilian Lasagna we are are so accustomed too. This is loaded with white sauce,meaty tomato sauce,and Mozzarella. It is outstanding,and truly delicious.

Provided by A Dash Of Love

Categories     Pork

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 Lasagna, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 lb sweet Italian sausage, cooked with out casing and crumbled
1 large chicken breast half, cooked and chopped
1 medium sweet onion, chopped and cooked in olive oil
3 grated garlic cloves
3/4 cup dry red wine, i used a mixed red wine
1 3/4 cups water
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (14 ounce) can diced petite tomatoes, drained
2 stalks celery, chopped finely
2 carrots, shredded small
1 dash black pepper
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/3 cup melted butter
1/3 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash nutmeg
3 cups half-and-half
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1 3/4 cups parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons dried parsley
1 lb lasagna noodle, partially cooked not soft. follow directions on the box

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degree's.
  • make sauce as follows.
  • 1 Cook the sausage, chicken, and onion separately, I poach the chicken first until no pink shows.
  • In a sauce pan mix wine, tomato paste, Petite Tomatoes,water together to combine. Add the garlic,Basil,pepper,Italian Seasoning ,carrots,celery. Add in the chicken and sausage. bring to a boil,and reduce to simmer for one hour uncovered.
  • 2 Mix the Parmesan cheese,parsley,and Mozzarella together and set aside,.
  • 3 Make the white sauce. Melt butter in saucepan on stove on low. Add the flour and mix well. Add the half and half, and salt. Stir constantly while cooking until sauce becomes thick like a heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper.Remove from heat.
  • 4 In a 13x9 inch pan spread 1 cup of meat sauce on the bottom. Top with as many Lasagna noodle that will fit. Usually 3-4 will do.
  • 5 Spread half the White sauce over noodles. Put half the Mozzarella on top of white sauce. Next layer Lasagna noodles, meat sauce, Mozzarella mixture. Net Lasagna Meat sauce,White sauce,and top with Mozzarella. Bake at 350 degree's for 45 minutes,or until done.
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Nutrition Facts : Calories 759.8, Fat 36.7, SaturatedFat 20.9, Cholesterol 112.3, Sodium 1452.7, Carbohydrate 67.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 10.4, Protein 37.5

THE MOST AMAZING LASAGNA RECIPE



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The Most Amazing Lasagna Recipe is the best recipe for homemade Italian-style lasagna. The balance between layers of cheese, noodles, and homemade bolognese sauce is perfection!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Main Dish

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 pound sweet Italian sausage
1 pound lean ground beef
1 large white onion (diced)
5 cloves garlic (minced)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons white sugar
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 pound lasagna noodles
30 ounces ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pound thinly sliced mozzarella cheese (about 24 slices)
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, add in ground sausage and ground beef. Use a spoon to break up the meat into small pieces. Add in onion and garlic and cook until meat is well browned, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar, fresh basil, fennel, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and wine*. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer 1-4 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, place lasagna noodles into the bottom of a pan. Pour hot tap water directly over the noodles, making sure the pasta is completely immersed in the water. Let them soak for 30 minutes, then drain and discard water.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with egg, remaining 2 tablespoons parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and nutmeg. Refrigerate until ready to assemble lasagna.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a deep 9x13 pan.
  • To assemble, spread about 1 cup of meat sauce in the bottom of the prepared pan. Place 4 noodles on top. Spread with 1/3 of the ricotta cheese mixture. Top with 1/4 of mozzarella cheese slices. Spoon 1 1/2 cups meat sauce over mozzarella, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup parmesan cheese. Repeat layering two more times to create three complete layers. To finish, place a final layer of pasta, topped with another 1 cup of meat sauce to cover the pasta. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover loosely with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil, and bake an additional 25 minutes to allow cheese to brown. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 834 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 63 g, Fat 39 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Cholesterol 174 mg, Sodium 1514 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

OUTSTANDING NORTHERN ITALIAN SAUCE WITH RED WINE



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I love Italian food. I cook a lot of it around my home. I have a lot of Italian relatives which their heritage was from Northern Italy. This is different from your typical red meat sauce. Pair this with my Outstanding Northern Italian Lasagna. You will be in heaven. I love all of the flavors in this thick red sauce. Enjoy!!

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 15

FOR A TRULY OUTSTANDING MEAL. PAIR THIS WITH MY OUTSTANDING NORTHERN ITALIAN LASAGNA RECIPE
1 can(s) 12 ounce tomato paste
1 can(s) 14 ounce of diced tomatoes drained
2 or 3 cloves grated garlic
3/4 c red wine
1 3/4 c water
1 lb italian sausage out of casings cooked and crumbled
1 large half chicken breast cooked
1 large sweet onion chopped
2 stalks of celery finely chopped
1 carrot finely grated
1 tsp italian seasoning
1 tsp dried basil
1 dash of black pepper
1 dash(es) nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. Note Opion : Serve with Homemade Spinach Lasagna Noodles in my recipes
  • 2. Squeeze filling out of sausage casings,and fry until cooked. Chop until it is crumbled. Poach a chicken breast half in water by boiling. Chop up the cooked chicken.
  • 3. in a fry pan cook the onion with a tablespoon of olive oil,or vegetable oil.add garlic at end of cooking onions and cook another 30 seconds.
  • 4. In a pot mix the wine,tomato paste, tomatoes, and water. Bring to a low boil. Grate the carrot,chop the celery. Add to the pot along with the cooked onion.
  • 5. Add the cooked meat to pot. Add in the pepper,Basil,nutmeg,and Italian seasoning. Mix well and reduce to simmer for 1 hour. Serve over your favorite pasta

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

CLASSIC ITALIAN LASAGNA



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Assemble a Classic Italian Lasagna with Giada De Laurentiis' recipe from Everyday Italian on Food Network. A homemade bechamel sauce makes a big difference.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 2 tablespoons for the lasagna
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk at room temperature
Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, recipe follows
Salt and white pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound ground chuck beef
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 pounds ricotta cheese
3 large eggs
1 pound lasagna sheets, cooked al dente
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3 cups shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 (32-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 dried bay leaves
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Bechamel sauce:
  • In a 2-quart pot, melt 5 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. When butter has completely melted, add the flour and whisk until smooth, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent any lumps from forming. Continue to simmer and whisk over medium heat until the sauce is thick, smooth and creamy, about 10 minutes. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of wooden spoon. Remove from heat and add the nutmeg and tomato sauce. Stir until well combined and check for seasoning. Set aside and allow to cool completely.
  • In a saute pan, heat extra-virgin olive oil. When almost smoking, add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Brown meat, breaking any large lumps, until it is no longer pink. Remove from heat and drain any excess fat. Set aside and allow to cool completely.
  • In a medium sized bowl, thoroughly mix the ricotta and eggs. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Into the bottom of a 13 by 9-inch baking dish, spread 1/3 of the bechamel sauce. Arrange the pasta sheets side by side, covering the bottom of the baking dish. Evenly spread a layer of all the ricotta mixture and then a layer of all the spinach. Arrange another layer of pasta sheets and spread all the ground beef on top. Sprinkle 1/2 the mozzarella cheese on top of the beef. Spread another 1/3 of the bechamel sauce. Arrange the final layer of pasta sheets and top with remaining bechamel, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Cut the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter into 1/4-inch cubes and top lasagna.
  • Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place lasagna dish on top, cover and put on the middle rack of the oven and bake until top is bubbling, about 30 minutes. Remove cover and continue to bake for about 15 minutes.
  • In a large casserole pot or Dutch over, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add celery and carrots and season with salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add tomatoes and bay leaves and simmer uncovered on low heat for 1 hour or until thick. Remove bay leaves and check for seasoning. If sauce still tastes acidic, add unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon at a time to round out the flavors.
  • Add 1/2 the tomato sauce into the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth. Continue with remaining tomato sauce.
  • If not using all the sauce, allow it to cool completely and pour 1 to 2 cup portions into freezer plastic bags. This will freeze up to 6 months.

Tips:

  • Use the best quality ingredients you can find, especially the cheese. Fresh, high-quality cheese will make a big difference in the flavor of your lasagna.
  • Don't overcook the noodles. They should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Be generous with the sauce. Lasagna is a saucy dish, so don't be afraid to use plenty of it.
  • Layer the lasagna evenly. This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Bake the lasagna until it is bubbly and golden brown. This usually takes about 30 minutes.
  • Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help it hold together better.

Conclusion:

Northern Italian lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this lasagna is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new lasagna recipe, be sure to try this one.

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