Best 5 Perfect Four Cheese Lasagna Recipes
Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our Perfect Four-Cheese Lasagna - a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic Italian dish features an exquisite combination of four delectable cheeses: creamy ricotta, sharp parmesan, nutty mozzarella, and robust provolone, layered between tender lasagna noodles and a rich, flavorful sauce.
Our recipe provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process of creating this lasagna perfection. From preparing the homemade lasagna noodles from scratch to crafting the velvety béchamel sauce, every detail is meticulously explained to ensure success in your kitchen.
Additionally, we offer variations to cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Discover how to make a vegetarian lasagna by substituting the ground beef with a medley of roasted vegetables, or learn how to create a gluten-free version using alternative noodles. With our comprehensive guide, you'll be able to customize this lasagna to suit your unique tastes and requirements.
FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA
Cheese really stars in this lighter lasagna, which I created a few years ago. It can be prepared ahead of time and baked later. I sometimes make up a couple batches and freeze them in case company drops by. -Janet Myers, Napanee, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. In a blender, process the tomatoes until smooth. Stir into beef mixture along with mushrooms, tomato paste and seasonings; simmer 15 minutes. , In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan, cheddar, 1/2 cup mozzarella and eggs. Spread 2 cups meat sauce in the bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange half the noodles over sauce. Spread cheese mixture over noodles. Top with remaining noodles and sauce. , Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Return to the oven for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 742mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
PERFECT FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA
Lasagna is one of my favorites, and this is the recipe I've been making since I was a teenager. It's a tantalizing combo of pasta, meat sauce, cheese and more cheese that really lives up to its name! -Lauren Delaney-Wallace, Glen Carbon, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion and garlic over medium-high heat until browned, 5-7 minutes; drain. Stir in herbs and tomato sauce. In a bowl, mix eggs, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese., Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; layer with 4 noodles, cottage cheese mixture, an additional 4 noodles and half the remaining meat sauce. Repeat last 2 layers. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and remaining mozzarella cheese., Cover with greased foil; bake until cheese is melted, 50-55 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked lasagna. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake lasagna as directed until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°, increasing time to 1 to 1-1/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
CHEESE LASAGNA
An easy vegetarian lasagna with ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan.
Provided by MOLSON7
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and lay lasagna flat on foil to cool.
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, eggs, salt and pepper; mix well.
- In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat and saute garlic for 2 minutes; stir in spaghetti sauce and Italian seasoning. Heat sauce until warmed through, stirring occasionally, 2 to 5 minutes.
- Spread 1/2 cup of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Cover with a layer of noodles. Spread half the ricotta mixture over noodles; top with another noodle layer. Pour 1 1/2 cups of sauce over noodles, and spread the remaining ricotta over the sauce. Top with remaining noodles and sauce and sprinkle mozzarella over all. Cover with greased foil.
- Bake 45 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and top is golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Cholesterol 119.6 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 711.1 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
EASY FOUR CHEESE LASAGNA
This makes a very authentic tasting lasagna, rich, cheesy and very filling.
Provided by WITCHED
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a blender or with an electric mixer, blend tomato sauce and cottage cheese together until smooth. Spoon a little of the sauce mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Place a layer of cooked noodles over the sauce, and sprinkle a portion of the mozzarella, the cheddar and the parmesan over the noodles. Repeat layering of sauce, noodles and cheese; finish with a cheese layer.
- Bake in preheated oven 30 to 45 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.7 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1110.3 mg, Sugar 10.6 g
THE PERFECT LASAGNA
This is the best lasagna I have ever had. A friend taught me by cooking it with me. I've guessed at the actual amounts used, so feel free to do your own amending.
Provided by Ennui on Rice
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Chop the onion, garlic, mushrooms, bacon, olives and sun dried tomatoes before you start to cook.
- Cook the onions and garlic first.
- Add the beef and brown about half-way through.
- Add green pepper, mushroom, olives, sun-dried tomatoes and bacon.
- Add the stewed tomatoes. Cut them apart with the spatula or a knife as you add them.
- Add as much red wine and balsamic vinegar as you wish. (I think the secret of the lasagna is in the wine and vinegar though, so I add about 3 tablespoons and a 1/4 of a cup).
- Add salt, pepper, and oregano to taste.
- Let the sauce stew as long as needed (the longer the better).
- Meanwhile, heat the milk gently in a saucepan.
- Add the flour gradually, stirring constantly. Add the parmesan cheese to the sauce as well.
- When the white sauce is thicker than pancake mix (about 10 minutes), remove from heat.
- In an 8x8 or round lasagna dish, layer like this: meat layer, lasagna sheet, white sauce.
- Finish with a white sauce layer and cover with mozzarella cheese.
- Cook at 350 for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1271.5, Fat 73.6, SaturatedFat 29.1, Cholesterol 233.5, Sodium 1326.7, Carbohydrate 80.8, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 11.2, Protein 70.8
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your lasagna will taste. Look for fresh herbs, vegetables, and cheeses.
- Don't overcook the pasta sheets: They should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta sheets will become mushy and ruin the texture of your lasagna.
- Use a good quality cheese blend: A combination of mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta, and Asiago cheeses is a classic choice for lasagna. You can also experiment with other cheeses, such as Fontina, Gruyère, or Provolone.
- Don't skimp on the sauce: The sauce is what brings all the flavors of lasagna together. Make sure to use a flavorful sauce that you enjoy. You can use a simple tomato sauce, or you can get creative and try a different type of sauce, such as a white sauce or a pesto sauce.
- Let the lasagna rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and the lasagna to set. Letting the lasagna rest for at least 30 minutes before serving will also make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Lasagna is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make a perfect four-cheese lasagna at home. So next time you're looking for a special meal to make, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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